Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport is 1 hour.
Varna is one hour behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from IST to VAR start from 01:40 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:35 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your IST to VAR flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Varna — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and VAR include:
Stuttgart Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport flight is Rs21,003. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs47,239. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from IST to VAR by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IST to VAR.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Varna Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Varna and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Varna Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Varna. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Varna based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Varna Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Varna, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to VAR in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Varna, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Journey about 386 kilometres west to Sofia to check off its leading sights. From National Palace of Culture to Boyana Church and City Garden, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Plovdiv is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. No journey is complete without a visit to Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.