Travelling from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Strasbourg Airport is located in Strasbourg. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Strasbourg.
With 4 flights a week between the two airports, Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from SXB to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 18:55.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from SXB to Istanbul. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as October and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can catch a direct flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul. Start your journey at SXB and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Keep an eye out for offers from Turkish Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SXB to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Strasbourg, SXB can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SXB? If you're catching an early flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul is R 1,327. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,243. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SXB to Istanbul by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 57 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from SXB to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, head for Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SXB to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
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