Flying from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The timezone in Fukuoka is UTC+9, which is 6 hours ahead of Istanbul. Fukuoka Airport is located in Fukuoka.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to FUK, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to FUK. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to FUK:
About Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near FUK:
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
Fukuoka Airport to central Fukuoka is around 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport is $390. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,243. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get flight tickets from Istanbul to FUK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Fukuoka. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Fukuoka is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to FUK in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Fukuoka
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fukuoka:
Fukuoka Castle and Ohori Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Fukuoka itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fukuoka Tower.
Complete your Fukuoka trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Fukuoka. Explore the offers and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.