Flying from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport (RHO): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport (RHO). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
The timezone in Rhodes is UTC+2, which is 1 hour behind Istanbul. Rhodes Airport is located in Rhodes.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to RHO.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to RHO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and RHO:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to RHO? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Reserve a hotel close to RHO if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to central Rhodes
Rhodes Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Rhodes. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport, $95 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $229. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Istanbul to RHO, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Istanbul to RHO.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Rhodes. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Book your flight from Istanbul to RHO for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rhodes to range from 25ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Rhodes
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rhodes right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Rhodes Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, Acropolis of Rhodes and Old Town of Rhodes are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Rhodes itinerary.
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