Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 11 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is 3 hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can select from 23 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BHX to IST is the 10:45 Turkish Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 17:15 with Turkish Airlines.
For hassle-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 catch your flight from BHX to Istanbul.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Nonstop flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be landing.
Take to the skies with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BHX to Istanbul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can visit Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
BHX is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 48 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul
$114 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start from $246. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from BHX to Istanbul, reserve your trip 8 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 57 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BHX to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BHX to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
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