Flying from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Montpellier, where Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take your pick of 2 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MPL to IST is the 10:15 Transavia France option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 15:00 with Transavia France.
To ensure you catch your flight from MPL to Istanbul, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can reserve a direct flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul. Start your journey at MPL and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Check out the promotions from Transavia France. This airline has direct flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from MPL to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Montpellier, MPL can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Need a handy hotel close to MPL? If you're boarding an early flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul is C$142. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$293. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from MPL to Istanbul by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 57 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from MPL to Istanbul at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MPL to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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