Flying from Bingol Airport (BGG) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Bingöl (the location of Bingol Airport).
The most popular route is from Bingol Airport (BGG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Choose from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BGG to IST is the 15:30 Turkish Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 16:20 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from BGG to Istanbul. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul that arrives at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Book your ticket with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Bingol Airport to Istanbul.
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Bingol Airport to Istanbul, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're flying within Türkiye (Turkey). As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
BGG is about 10 kilometres from central Bingöl. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul, check out Grand Berti Hotel. It's a short ride from BGG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bingol Airport (BGG) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bingol Airport to Istanbul is $67. The cheapest price for a return flight is $133. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BGG to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 57 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from BGG to Istanbul, unwind at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BGG to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Bingol Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
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