Travelling from Juba International Airport (JUB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Juba.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your JUB to IST flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JUB and IST:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juba International Airport (JUB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is RM2,364. A return ticket is currently RM3,408. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JUB to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JUB to IST.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juba International Airport (JUB)
80.72% of flights departing from Juba International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from JUB.
Juba International Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Juba. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to JUB:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you're on a late Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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 main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Juba International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JUB to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.