Travelling from Istanbul to Atlanta: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Atlanta. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is where you'll be arriving in Atlanta.
Around 12 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Atlanta flight.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Istanbul.
The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Atlanta is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Choose from ten services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to ATL is the 08:00 Turkish Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 15:25 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Istanbul to Atlanta flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Atlanta
To score cheap Istanbul to Atlanta flights, book your trip three months before your departure date.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Atlanta. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to Atlanta by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Istanbul to Atlanta flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Atlanta jetting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your trip at IST and come in for landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Look out for deals with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to Atlanta plane tickets from IST.
We make it a breeze to book an Istanbul to Atlanta flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Atlanta, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Atlanta flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Atlanta:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
SAW is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Atlanta? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to ATL if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Atlanta. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Atlanta flight.
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Atlanta. July is the busiest month to visit Atlanta. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book an Istanbul to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Atlanta, check out our range of hotels including:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Atlanta travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Atlanta, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.