Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Istanbul on eDreams?

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At eDreams you will find flights from $27 to Istanbul. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Istanbul.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

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Airlines flying direct from the US to Istanbul include:

Pegasus Airlines, with flights from Kayseri, Giza and from Sharjah, for example.
Turkish Airlines also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Nevsehir, New York City and Washington, D.C. (ARLINGTON COUNTY).
Ajet, with flights from Nevsehir to Istanbul and Kayseri and also from Antalya.

Airlines with indirect flights to Istanbul include:

Lufthansa, which flies from New York City, San Francisco or Boston.
Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, with flights from Los Angeles and New York City, as well as from Washington, D.C. (ARLINGTON COUNTY).
Air France, with flights from Toronto, Los Angeles and also San Francisco.

Question 3

How long before a flight to Istanbul should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to Istanbul, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Istanbul departing from over 272 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Istanbul with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of Istanbul’s airport?

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Istanbul is served by 2 airport[s]. Istanbul Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 272 cities, such as Arbil, Athens and Baghdad, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is Istanbul’s airport from the city centre?

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Istanbul’s airport Istanbul Airport is located 21 miles from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to Istanbul’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 0.71 $ per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Istanbul Airport , the average price for the ride to Istanbul centre is around 1.10 $ per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Istanbul. Pick your preferred car type and get from Istanbul Airport to Istanbul city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in Istanbul?

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If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Istanbul is in June, July and August, when the average temperature reaches 25.39 °C, while July, May and June are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 141.07 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Istanbul during January, February or March to experience an average of 8.05 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during July, February and April, when the average precipitation in Istanbul is 6.58 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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