Flying from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 36 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport.
Salzburg is 2 hours behind Istanbul. W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport is located in Salzburg, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 11 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from IST to SZG is with Turkish Airlines at 17:30.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to SZG. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to SZG leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
IST is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)? Browse the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to SZG:
About W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SZG instead:
Getting from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to central Salzburg
From W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport, Salzburg is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport, $129 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $342. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Istanbul to SZG within that timeframe.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Salzburg in November when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Salzburg. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Istanbul to SZG sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport in January when temperatures average between -10ºC and 5ºC.
More about Salzburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Salzburg right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport:
Hohensalzburg Fortress and Mirabell Palace and Gardens are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Salzburg to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Salzburg Cathedral.
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