Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Antalya's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Each week, there are 115 Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 01:25 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:55 with Turkish Airlines.
Your IST to AYT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Antalya — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and AYT:
Ankara Esenboga Airport
Izmir Airport
Milas–Bodrum Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport flight is $48. A return plane ticket is currently $98. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to AYT, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Antalya Airport (AYT)
If you're landing on a late Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AYT:
Travel at your own pace with a Antalya Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, AllMeet rent a car or Right Cars and see more of Antalya and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Antalya Airport about one week before you travel.
When to fly to Antalya Airport (AYT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Antalya in February.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Antalya Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Antalya, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to AYT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Antalya. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Around 386 kilometres north-east of Antalya, Ankara is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.