Flying from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Brussels, where Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Take your pick of ten services every week between these two airports. Pegasus offers a 11:20 departure between CRL and SAW.
Leave plenty of time to get on your CRL to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is where you'll complete your journey.
Get on board with Pegasus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from CRL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Travelling from central Brussels to CRL takes around 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CRL:
71.71% of flights that leave from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul flight is Rs8,375. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs16,940. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from CRL to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CRL to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from CRL to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CRL to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CRL to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights 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.

