Flying from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours behind Aktau.
Each week, there are five Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, pick the 04:00 Air Astana flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:00 with Air Astana.
To ensure you catch your SCO to IST flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Astana is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Astana.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SCO and IST include:
Antalya Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Almaty Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aktau International Airport (SCO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, Rs19,196 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs39,748. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SCO to IST, book your trip nine months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SCO to IST.
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Handy information about Aktau International Airport (SCO)
When it comes to Aktau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Aktau International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Aktau. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Consider Aktau Airport Hotel. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to SCO.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab 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 top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your flight from Aktau International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SCO to IST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.