Flying from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 49 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Trabzon (the location of Trabzon Airport).
The busiest route is from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Choose from 158 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from TZX to SAW is the 03:40 Turkish Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:35 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from TZX to Istanbul. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct flights from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll complete your journey.
You'll find a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, such as:
When flying domestically within Türkiye (Turkey), you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, make sure your ID is up to date.
To get to TZX from central Trabzon, it takes around 9 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to TZX? If you've booked an early flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul is $35. The cheapest price for a return flight is $71. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from TZX to Istanbul, book your trip 8 months ahead of the departure date.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from TZX to Istanbul at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from TZX to Istanbul sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, browse our selection of hotels including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the top attractions to put on your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul.