Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Alicante and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your ALC to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALC and IST:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$195 is currently the best price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at $282. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ALC to IST. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of all flights leaving Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ALC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.