Flying from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to SAW, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Split up your flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and SAW include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 16 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Vancouver to SAW? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider staying in a hotel near SAW if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
R 6,420 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Return flights start from R 14,876. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Vancouver to SAW, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Istanbul. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Vancouver to SAW during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Istanbul. Check out the deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
