Travelling from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in Guwahati is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located in Guwahati.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to GAU. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to GAU. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) is one of the options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and GAU.
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to GAU flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
76.93% of flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near GAU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is RM877. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,424. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to GAU, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Guwahati based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Guwahati is April, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Istanbul to GAU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Guwahati
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Guwahati right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport:
Your visit to Guwahati should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Brahmaputra River, Kamakhya Temple and Jai Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
Explore more of India
You've visited Guwahati, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 290 kilometres south-east to Aizawl to check off its top attractions. From Hiking trail to Azuali waterfalls and Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Guwahati, Imphal is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Imphal War Cemetery, Rock Garden and Radha Krishna Temple.
