Flying from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Istanbul. Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
Your flight from Istanbul to PUS 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.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to PUS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to PUS flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Book a hotel near PUS if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and find adventure across Busan and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport flight.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Busan. The time it takes to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
At the moment, C$483 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$934. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to PUS, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Plan your visit to Busan in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Istanbul to PUS flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Busan, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Busan
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Gimhae International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Busan:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Busan when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Gamcheon Culture Village followed by Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Busan, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey about 193 kilometres north-west to Daejeon to check off its top sights. From Temi Park to National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Korea, head for Gwangju, roughly 193 kilometres west of Busan. World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale are the start of reasons to visit.