Travelling from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 1 hour ahead of Luxor, where Luxor International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from LXR to Istanbul.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LXR to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a passport from Egypt, you will need an e-visa to visit Türkiye (Turkey). This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Central Luxor to LXR is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 22 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from LXR, stay at Fontana Luxor Hostel and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to Istanbul
C$119 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$325. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LXR to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 57 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LXR to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LXR to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info on car rentals in Istanbul, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
