Travelling from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS). Explore your options for departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), two of the city's main airports.
1 hour 17 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport.
Kastamonu Airport is located in Kastamonu. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Istanbul.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Kastamonu Airport (KFS), with 10 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to KFS is the 08:30 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:50 with Turkish Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to KFS.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get there in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS) can be booked from here.
When taking off from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport with Turkish Airlines.
From central Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking to fly out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? You can reserve a direct flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS) out of this popular hub.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to KFS:
About Kastamonu Airport (KFS)
Consider staying moments from the tarmac after your flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport. Amorium Hotel is one option near KFS. Or check in and relax at Serife Baci Ogretmenevi Doga Kultur Koyu before heading to your final destination.
Getting from Kastamonu Airport (KFS) to central Kastamonu
Kastamonu Airport to central Kastamonu is around 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS)
Book a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport from C$52 or travel return from just C$101. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Istanbul to KFS.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport (KFS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kastamonu in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kastamonu. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Istanbul to KFS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kastamonu
Start your Kastamonu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Nasrullah Mosque, Kastamonu Museum and Liva Pasa Mansion Ethnography Museum are top sights which should be on every Kastamonu itinerary.
Complete your Kastamonu trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Kastamonu and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Istanbul to Kastamonu Airport.
