Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): what you need to know
Rotterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rotterdam two hours behind Istanbul.
Your IST to RTM flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between IST and RTM:
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
Antalya Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Right now, R 1,816 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,562. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from IST to RTM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Consider booking a hotel near RTM if you're taking a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Rotterdam The Hague Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Rotterdam's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rotterdam The Hague Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Rotterdam. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Rotterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport for August if you'd like to go to Rotterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to RTM in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rotterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum.
The Hague is another favourite destination in Netherlands and is around 21 kilometres north-west of Rotterdam. No trip is complete without seeing Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.