Travelling from Venice to Istanbul: what you need to know
Venice is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Venice to Istanbul leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF).
When working out where to arrive in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the major entry points.
Hop on a direct Venice to Istanbul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Venice and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Venice to Istanbul is from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from VCE to IST is the 09:15 Turkish Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 19:55 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Venice to Istanbul flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Istanbul
To snag cheap Venice to Istanbul flights, book your trip nine months before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Venice to Istanbul is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Venice to Istanbul.
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Start your journey at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), which offers multiple direct flights from Venice to Istanbul. From VCE, you can fly straight into Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Venice to Istanbul plane tickets leaving from VCE.
VCE is around 8 kilometres from central Venice. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab 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 journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Venice Marco Polo Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Venice to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Venice Marco Polo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
You can get to TSF from the centre of Venice in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 26 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Istanbul:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Venice to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your Venice to Istanbul flight.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Venice to Istanbul, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SAW. Tuck yourself in after your Venice to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Venice to Istanbul. April is the most popular month for a trip to Istanbul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your Venice to Istanbul ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from Venice to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.
