Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Istanbul.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SAW to YEG flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Many travellers pass through Frankfurt Airport when flying between SAW and YEG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
$1,253 is the lowest price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,664. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAW to YEG, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAW to YEG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights that leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Consider booking a hotel close to YEG if you have a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and venture far and wide through Edmonton and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Edmonton International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Edmonton in May.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you want to explore Edmonton during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAW to YEG in February. Average temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Edmonton, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres south to Calgary to tick off its top sights. From Calgary Tower to Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in Canada, head for Saskatoon, roughly 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre are among its highlights.