Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport takes on average 3 hours 41 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, so it's 3 hours ahead of London.
Each week, there are 61 flights from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The first flight from STN to SAW is at 00:20 and the latest is at 23:15.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
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To break up your flight from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the STN - SAW route include:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from STN to SAW, check whether you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
R 989 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,213. These fares may change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from STN to SAW, book your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of London, Stansted Airport can be reached in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 27 minutes.
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Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
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Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to SAW in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
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