Travelling from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Tangier, where Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can choose from 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from TNG to SAW is the 07:10 Royal Air Maroc option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 07:25 with Royal Air Maroc.
To ensure you catch your flight from TNG to Istanbul, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul. Start your trip at TNG and touch down at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Be on the lookout for promotions from Royal Air Maroc. This airline operates direct flights from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul.
You can visit Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Morocco. But before booking your cheap tickets from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Tangier, TNG can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to TNG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG) to Istanbul
$195 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $417. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from TNG to Istanbul, book your trip 3 months before the departure date.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 57 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from TNG to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Istanbul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from TNG to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
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