Flying from Istanbul to Venice: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Venice flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are Venice's chief entry points.
A direct flight from Istanbul to Venice takes an average of 2 hours 35 minutes. The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
With 29 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Istanbul to Venice with Turkish Airlines at 06:35. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from IST to VCE is with Turkish Airlines at 18:00.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to Venice. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you will need an embassy visa to visit Italy. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Istanbul to Venice for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Venice jetting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your trip at IST and end it at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
When leaving from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Venice with Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to Venice. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Venice, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Venice departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Start your trip at SAW and disembark at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Board your direct flight from Istanbul to Venice with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of SAW.
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Venice with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Venice are:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Venice? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is around 14 kilometres from central Venice. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 46 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Venice. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VCE instead:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Venice. Following your flight from Istanbul to Venice, allow for a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TSF. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Istanbul to Venice:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Venice
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Venice is $88. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $186. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from Istanbul to Venice, book your trip 4 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul to Venice. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Take advantage of filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Venice, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Venice
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Venice, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Venice based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Schedule your flight from Istanbul to Venice for August if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Venice to range from 19ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Venice in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Venice
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Venice, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Venice:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are major attractions which should be on every Venice itinerary.
Complete your Venice trip with a car rental
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