Travelling from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport (BNX): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport (BNX). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Banja Luka Airport is located in Banja Luka. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to BNX.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to BNX leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to BNX flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BNX:
Pick up a Banja Luka Airport rental car and discover Banja Luka and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Green Motion and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around four weeks before your Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport flight.
Getting from Banja Luka Airport (BNX) to central Banja Luka
Central Banja Luka is roughly 19 kilometres from Banja Luka Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport is Rs21,442. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs60,901. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to BNX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on flight tickets from Istanbul to BNX.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Banja Luka. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport (BNX), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Istanbul to BNX flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Banja Luka, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC and 9ºC.
More about Banja Luka
Start your Banja Luka trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Banja Luka Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Kozara Ultra Trail, Hot Springs and Banjaluka are must-do's during your Banja Luka adventure.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
You've visited Banja Luka, now it's time to discover other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Travel around 145 kilometres south-east to Sarajevo to check off its must-visit sights. From Skakavac to Bascarsija and Ferhadija Mosque, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 113 kilometres east of Banja Luka, Tuzla is another favourite stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud Mosque, Arheološki park neolitsko-sojeničko naselje and Park prirode Ilinčica.
