Flying from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Luxor International Airport is located in Luxor. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Luxor.
Leave enough time to catch your LXR to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from LXR to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
LXR is about 6 kilometres from central Luxor. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to Istanbul
$226 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Luxor International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return flight ticket right now is $783. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LXR to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Luxor International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from LXR to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Luxor International 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 sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LXR to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LXR to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Istanbul in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Luxor International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LXR to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Luxor International Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just two of the major attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
