Travelling from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
The timezone in Sarajevo is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), with 18 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from IST to SJJ is the 7:05am Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 9pm with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to SJJ, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) operate out of this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers services from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IST to SJJ.
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider beginning your travels from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) plane ticket from this hub.
Pegasus has direct flights from Istanbul to SJJ out of SAW. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SAW to SJJ.
Among the carriers operating flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Sarajevo International Airport, Pegasus Airlines has the best on-time performance.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to SJJ flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to SJJ if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
From Sarajevo International Airport, central Sarajevo is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
At the moment, Rs16,013 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs29,406. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to SJJ by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport tickets is December. 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 Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). July is the peak month for travel to Sarajevo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in November.
The warmest month in Sarajevo is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to SJJ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sarajevo
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Sarajevo International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sarajevo:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Skakavac, Ferhadija Mosque and Site of the Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Sarajevo itinerary.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka is just one of the many places in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sarajevo. Around 137 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Hot Springs, Museum of Republika Sprska and Botanical garden.
Around 225 kilometres northwest of Sarajevo, Bihać is another favourite stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Una National Park, Fethija Mosque and View on Una river and City Bridge.



