Flying from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Grantley Adams International Airport is located in Bridgetown. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 7 hours behind Istanbul.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to BGI. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Istanbul to BGI departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is around 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport with a stop at Manchester Airport (MAN). A major stopover between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and BGI, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to BGI? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BGI instead:
Getting from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
From Grantley Adams International Airport, Bridgetown is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Rs127,377 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport. Return flights start from Rs260,541. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to BGI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bridgetown in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Bridgetown is September, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to BGI in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bridgetown
After locking in your flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bridgetown:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Carlisle Bay, George Washington House and Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club are top sights which should feature on every Bridgetown itinerary.
Complete your Bridgetown trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Grantley Adams International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Bridgetown. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
