Flying from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport (BOJ): what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport (BOJ) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The timezone in Burgas is UTC+2, which is 1 hour behind Istanbul. Bourgas Airport is located in Burgas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to BOJ.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Istanbul to BOJ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
IST is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and BOJ are:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to BOJ? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Bourgas Airport (BOJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOJ if you're taking a late flight from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Bourgas Airport (BOJ) to central Burgas
From Bourgas Airport, Burgas is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport (BOJ)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport, Rs33,825 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just Rs71,941. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Istanbul to BOJ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport (BOJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Burgas in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Istanbul to BOJ for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Burgas to range from 17ºC to 31ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 10ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport.
More about Burgas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Burgas right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Bourgas Airport:
Sea Garden and Ethnographic museum Burgas are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Burgas must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sea tower - Морская башня.
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