Flying from Billund Airport (BLL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Billund.
Flights from BLL to IST start from 10:05 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 19:15 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from six weekly Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BLL to IST flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between BLL and IST include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Billund Airport (BLL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$280 is the lowest price for a one-way Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at $402. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BLL to IST, book your journey 11 months before your departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Billund Airport (BLL)
73.69% of flights that depart Billund Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Billund Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Billund. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BLL:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Billund Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider 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 BLL to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.