Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Berlin.
With 35 flights a week between the two airports, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from BER to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 22:25.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your BER to Istanbul flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at BER and fly nonstop to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul tickets.
You'll find a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul, such as:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BER to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Travelling from central Berlin to BER takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BER:
Of the departures from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Istanbul
$82 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul flight. A return flight ticket starts at $174. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BER to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from BER to Istanbul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BER to Istanbul flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Istanbul in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.