Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Porto is three hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your SAW to OPO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAW and OPO:
EuroAirport Swiss
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Porto Airport (OPO)
At the moment, $113 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $258. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SAW to OPO, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAW to OPO.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights that leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Grab a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Porto Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Porto. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to explore Porto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to OPO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south of Porto, a visit to Lisbon will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you're ready to explore another side of Portugal, head for Amadora, about 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are the start of reasons to visit.