Flying from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport (ANR): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport (ANR) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Antwerp International Airport is located in Antwerp. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to ANR. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to ANR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ANR if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up an Antwerp International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Hertz or Sixt to explore Antwerp and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Antwerp International Airport (ANR) to central Antwerp
Central Antwerp is roughly 5 kilometres from Antwerp International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport is $190. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $708. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to ANR, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Istanbul to ANR.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport (ANR). August is the most popular month to visit Antwerp. If crowds aren't your thing, go in November.
Before locking in your Istanbul to ANR flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Antwerp, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Antwerp
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Antwerp right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Antwerp International Airport:
Cathedral of Our Lady and Vincent Van Goghplein are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Antwerp to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Antwerpen.
Explore more of Belgium
Liege is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Antwerp. Around 97 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Saint Bartholomew's Church and Parc De La Citadelle.
Around 105 kilometres west of Antwerp, Ostend is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.
