Flying from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport (EBB): what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Entebbe's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul. Entebbe International Airport is located in Entebbe.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to EBB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Istanbul to EBB leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is around 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and EBB are:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to EBB? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Consider booking a hotel close to EBB if you're taking a late flight from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to central Entebbe
From Entebbe International Airport, Entebbe is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport, C$233 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$639. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find flight tickets from Istanbul to EBB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Istanbul to EBB.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
April is the quietest time to fly to Entebbe. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul to EBB, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Entebbe, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Entebbe
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Entebbe International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Entebbe:
Entebbe Botanic Gardens and Entebbe Golf Club are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Entebbe must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at White Sands Beach.
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