Travelling from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport (JMK): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport (JMK).
The timezone in Mykonos is UTC+2, which is 1 hour behind Istanbul. Mykonos Airport is located in Mykonos.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to JMK.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Istanbul to JMK. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Mikonos Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to JMK, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Mykonos Airport (JMK)
Book a hotel near JMK if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mykonos Airport (JMK) to central Mykonos
From Mykonos Airport, Mykonos is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 8 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 36 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport (JMK)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport from R 1,531 or travel return from just R 3,625. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to JMK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Istanbul to JMK.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport (JMK)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Mykonos. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Mykonos. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Istanbul to JMK during then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 15ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport.
More about Mykonos
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mykonos right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Mykonos Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Mykonos is to visit its most popular attractions. Highlights include Mykonos windmills, Little Venice and Super Paradise Beach.
Complete your Mykonos trip with a car rental
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