Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Istanbul is three hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BHX to SAW flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Pegasus.
With a dependable 80.0% of services landing on schedule, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier for BHX to SAW flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BHX and SAW include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Rs17,598 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs37,026. These fares may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from BHX to SAW, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Choose your ideal 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 Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel near SAW if you're catching a late Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHX to SAW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
