Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Istanbul and Trabzon are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Choose from 93 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport flights. The 01:05 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
To ensure you get on your IST to TZX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Trabzon (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and TZX:
Adana Sakirpasa Airport
Antalya Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
Currently, $62 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $128. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to TZX, book your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Trabzon Airport (TZX)
If you're landing on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TZX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Trabzon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avec car rentals, Carwiz or Wish Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Trabzon and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Trabzon Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to central Trabzon
Trabzon Airport to central Trabzon has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Trabzon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Trabzon Airport for August if you want to go to Trabzon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to TZX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Trabzon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-west of Trabzon, a visit to Gaziantep will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Gaziantep Castle, Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Gaziantep Botanik Bahcesi.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Diyarbakir, about 338 kilometres south of Trabzon. St. Giragos Armenian Church, Deliller Hani and Behrampasa Mosque are among its highlights.