Flying from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Strasbourg, where Strasbourg Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your SXB to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll complete your journey.
Transavia France is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SXB to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
SXB is around 10 kilometres from central Strasbourg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SXB:
When it comes to Strasbourg Airport's on-time performance, 67.13% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul
Rs16,981 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs37,555. These fares can change depending on demand.
To score cheap flights from SXB to Istanbul, book your journey two months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SXB to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SXB to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SXB to Istanbul flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before scheduling your flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SXB to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you want to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among its highlights.
