Travelling from Aleppo Airport (ALP) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Aleppo and Istanbul are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
There are ten Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ALP to IST flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aleppo Airport (ALP) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
$222 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start at $534. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALP to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Aleppo Airport (ALP)
82% of flights departing from Aleppo Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of ALP.
To reach Aleppo Airport from central Aleppo, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you have a late Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Istanbul 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Aleppo Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALP to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.