Flying from Ouarzazate Airport (OZZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Ouarzazate Airport is located in Ouarzazate. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Ouarzazate.
Allow plenty of time to get on your OZZ to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from OZZ to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
To get to OZZ from central Ouarzazate, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to OZZ? If you're catching an early flight from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Ouarzazate Airport's on-time performance, 79.67% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouarzazate Airport (OZZ) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul flight is Rs38,383. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs92,772. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from OZZ to Istanbul, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from OZZ to Istanbul.
Snag an affordable flight from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from OZZ to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your OZZ to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will save you money.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking an Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from OZZ to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Ouarzazate Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
