Travelling from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Nicosia.
Each week, there are 67 Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ECN to IST flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as May, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular airline.
Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ECN and IST:
Adana Airport
Ankara Esenboga Airport
Izmir Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Rs13,085 is the lowest price for a one-way Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs25,535. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ECN to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ECN to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Ercan Airport (ECN)
Of the departures from Ercan Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Nicosia to Ercan Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport? Check out Central 2 Bedroom Flat. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to ECN.
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab a Istanbul Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ECN to IST sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
