Travelling from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA). Explore the options for taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 21 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport.
Konya Airport is located in Konya. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Konya Airport (KYA), with 74 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to KYA is the 00:30 Pegasus Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:10 with Pegasus Airlines.
Your flight from Istanbul to KYA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Konya Airport taking off from IST.
IST is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA)? Check out the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to KYA are offered by Pegasus Airlines.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to KYA? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Konya Airport (KYA)
Consider staying at Gherdan Park Hotel after touching down from your flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport. It's a short drive from KYA and a great option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from Konya Airport (KYA) to central Konya
From Konya Airport, Konya is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Konya Airport is Rs5,805. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs11,818. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Istanbul to KYA if you book 7 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Istanbul to Konya Airport, schedule your trip for April (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Konya Airport (KYA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Konya Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Konya in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Istanbul to KYA for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Konya to range from 15ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Konya Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Konya
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Konya right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Mevlana Museum, Alaeddin Mosque and Alaaddin Hill Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Konya.
Complete your Konya trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Konya Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Konya. Browse the offers and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
