Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul.
Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Vienna.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 33 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from VIE to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 19:50. Choose the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 06:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your VIE to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Vienna International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at VIE and arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
You'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul, such as:
Travelling from central Vienna to VIE takes around 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near VIE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Vienna International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from VIE arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Istanbul flight is $105. The cheapest price for a return flight is $193. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from VIE to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Vienna International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from VIE to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your VIE to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
When booking your Vienna International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from VIE to Istanbul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just two of the big attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
