Travelling from Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hatay Airport to Istanbul is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Antakya (the location of Hatay Airport) and Istanbul are in the same timezone — UTC+3.
Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with seven weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from HTY to IST at 10:45 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your HTY to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Hatay Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your journey at HTY and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Hatay Airport to Istanbul.
To reach HTY from central Antakya, it takes about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The address for HTY is 31,000.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Hatay Airport to Istanbul flight is RM83. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM192. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HTY to Istanbul.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Hatay Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hatay Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HTY to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Hatay Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your HTY to Istanbul flight:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before locking in your flights from Hatay Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Hatay Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HTY to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hatay Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among its highlights.