Travelling from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX). Explore your options for taking off from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Istanbul to Trabzon Airport flight.
Trabzon's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul. Trabzon Airport is located in Trabzon.
With 50 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:55am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from IST to TZX is with Turkish Airlines at 10:45pm.
Your flight from Istanbul to TZX won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX) operate from here.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport departing from IST.
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to TZX.
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Planning to leave from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX) plane tickets are available from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to TZX are offered by AJet.
On the SAW to TZX route, AJet is the preferred choice of many.
Pegasus Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Trabzon Airport, with 76.31% of its services arriving as planned.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to TZX flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Trabzon Airport (TZX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TZX:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Trabzon Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to central Trabzon
Central Trabzon is about 5 kilometres from Trabzon Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport is Rs5,899. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs15,557. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. November is the quietest month to visit Trabzon. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport (TZX), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Trabzon is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC. Book your Istanbul to TZX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Trabzon
Start your Trabzon trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Trabzon Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Trabzon should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Ayasofya Cami, Hagia Sophia Mosque and Süleymaniye Cami.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Trabzon has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Trabzon, a visit to Erzurum will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Mount Palandöken, Citadel and Erzurum Saat Kulesi.
Samsun is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 290 kilometres west of Trabzon. No trip is complete without dropping by National Mosque, Samsun Amazon Heykeli and Atakum Beach.
