Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport.
Choose from 11 weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with AJet is the earliest you can take. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 14:55.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SAW to KSY flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
AJet is your ticket to exploring Kars (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is AJet.
The most punctual carrier that offers SAW to KSY flights is Pegasus Airlines. Its services land as planned 76.12% of the time.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport. Many passengers pass through Izmir Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY)
Currently, Rs17,412 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs34,978. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SAW to KSY by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAW to KSY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
68% of flights that take off from Istanbul Sabiha Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SAW:
Arriving at Kars Airport (KSY)
Get off your Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a convenient option within easy reach of KSY, check out GRAND ANİ Hotel.
Travel at your own pace with a Kars Airport rental car. Book your wheels from OTOTUR, Avis or Nissa Car Rental and discover more of Kars and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kars Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Kars Airport (KSY) to central Kars
Kars Airport to central Kars has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kars Airport (KSY)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kars. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kars Airport for August if you want to go to Kars during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAW to KSY in January. Average temperatures are between -17ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Diyarbakir is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kars. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Historic Walls of Diyarbakir, Diyarbakır Walls and Hamam.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Malatya, roughly 483 kilometres south-west of Kars. Taşhan, #ARSLANTEPE HÖYÜK AÇIK HAVA MÜZESİ and Battalgazi (Roma) Surları are among its highlights.
