Flying from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP). Explore the options for leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey flight.
Istanbul and Sinop (where Sinop Airport - Turkey is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from 7 direct flights each week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 8:10am departure from IST to NOP.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to NOP, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP) leave from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey taking off from IST.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to NOP.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Catching a flight out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP) flight tickets can be booked from here.
Pegasus has direct flights from Istanbul to NOP out of SAW. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Pegasus is the top choice for bookings on the SAW to NOP route.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to NOP flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near NOP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP)
Rs13,360 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey. A return flight starts at Rs23,764. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book six months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to NOP.
The best month for finding cheap Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey (NOP), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sinop based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to NOP flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sinop, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 28ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sinop
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Sinop Airport - Turkey, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sinop:
Your trip to Sinop won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Pervane Medrese, Balatlar Church and Karakum Plajı.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Sinop, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 137 kilometres south-east to Samsun to tick off its leading attractions. From National Mosque to Mert Plajı & Aqua Park and Nazar Plajı, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Sinop, Sivas is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sivas Ulu Camii, Imaret Mosque and Sacred Mosque.
