Travelling from Istanbul to Venice: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Venice leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Venice, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Venice Treviso Airport (TSF) are the major entry points.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Venice flight.
Venice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Venice two hours behind Istanbul.
With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Istanbul to Venice with Turkish Airlines at 06:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from IST to VCE is with Turkish Airlines at 18:10.
To ensure you don't miss your Istanbul to Venice flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Venice
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Venice is Rs19,713. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs41,776. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Venice flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Venice is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Istanbul to Venice.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Istanbul to Venice, you can depart from Istanbul Airport (IST). Get from IST to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) without any stops.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Istanbul to Venice plane tickets leaving from IST.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Istanbul to Venice flights departing from Istanbul Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Athens International Airport (ATH)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Prague Airport (PRG)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Venice, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Rather start your trip at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Istanbul to Venice, seamlessly connecting you to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Book a direct Istanbul to Venice plane ticket with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of SAW.
Break up your Istanbul to Venice flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Airport and Venice include:
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Budapest Airport (BUD)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Venice:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Istanbul Sabiha Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
Arriving in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Venice. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near VCE:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Venice and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
Central Venice is around 26 kilometres from Venice Treviso Airport (TSF). Once your flight from Istanbul to Venice has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Istanbul to Venice, kick back at a hotel close to TSF. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Venice Treviso Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from RentSmart24, Noleggiare or Sicily by Car and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from TSF one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
September is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Venice. To skip the crowds, head to Venice in March.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 30ºC. Book your Istanbul to Venice ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Venice in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Venice
Start your Venice trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Venice, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Grand Canal, Centro Storico di Venezia and Saint Mark's Basilica are must-do's during your Venice adventure.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Venice, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Rome to check off its must-visit sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Milan is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres west of Venice. No journey is complete without a visit to Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
