Travelling from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport (CWL). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Cardiff is three hours behind Istanbul. Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to CWL.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Istanbul to CWL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and CWL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Add a little extra to your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one of the main options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CWL.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to CWL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Book a hotel close to CWL if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport. Choose one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Cardiff Airport rental car and explore Cardiff and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Istanbul to Cardiff Airport flight.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Cardiff. The time it takes to get there by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
C$169 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport. A return flight starts at C$362. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to CWL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Cardiff Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to CWL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport (CWL). June is the busiest month to visit Cardiff. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Lock in an Istanbul to CWL flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cardiff to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Cardiff
Start your Cardiff trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Cardiff Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Cardiff when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Cardiff Castle followed by St Fagans National History Museum and Cardiff Bay.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Cardiff, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel about 225 kilometres east to London to check off its popular sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 153 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre are among the biggest draws.
