Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Nottingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your EMA to SAW flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between EMA and SAW include:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is Rs30,782. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs67,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EMA to SAW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EMA to SAW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Of the flights that depart from East Midlands Airport, 75.1% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near EMA. Whether you're taking an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider staying in a hotel near SAW if you're on a late East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in April.
Lock in your flight from East Midlands Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EMA to SAW sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are highlights.