Flying from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira). The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour behind Istanbul.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to JTR. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Istanbul to JTR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and JTR include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to JTR, stay in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Reserve a hotel close to JTR if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport to the centre of Santorini (Thira) is about 10 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
$123 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. Return flights start from $217. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Istanbul to JTR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Santorini (Thira), consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Istanbul to JTR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 27ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 16ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport.
More about Santorini (Thira)
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Fira, Santorini caldera and View point on Red Beach are highlights which should be on any good Santorini (Thira) itinerary.
Complete your Santorini (Thira) trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Santorini International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Santorini (Thira). Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.