Flying from Istanbul to Melita Airport (DJE): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Melita Airport (DJE). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Medenine Governorate is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Melita Airport is located in Medenine Governorate, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Istanbul to DJE won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Istanbul to DJE that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and DJE include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
IST is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Melita Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Melita Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DJE include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to DJE, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Melita Airport (DJE)
Reserve a hotel close to DJE if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Melita Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Melita Airport (DJE) to central Medenine Governorate
The centre of Medenine Governorate is about 72 kilometres from Melita Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Melita Airport (DJE)
C$156 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Melita Airport. Return flights start from C$288. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in flight tickets from Istanbul to DJE. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Melita Airport.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Istanbul to DJE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Melita Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Melita Airport (DJE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Melita Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Medenine Governorate in April when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Medenine Governorate. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Istanbul to DJE during then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Melita Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Medenine Governorate
While you're in Medenine Governorate, plan a visit to Mosquee Souterraine. It'll be one of your trip highlights.