Flying from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when reserving your flight from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of Glasgow.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Glasgow to SAW. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to SAW departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 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 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a great option between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and SAW.
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to SAW flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near SAW and be in snooze mode sooner:
Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul is around 31 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
RM375 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts at RM772. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to SAW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Plan your visit to Istanbul in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Glasgow to SAW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are major attractions which should feature 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 discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Istanbul, a trip to Eskisehir will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Around 97 kilometres east of Istanbul, Adapazarı is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.