Flying from Naples International Airport (NAP) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Naples.
Each week, there are 23 Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 09:15 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NAP to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NAP and IST include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Naples International Airport (NAP) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, RM301 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM641. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from NAP to IST by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from NAP to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Naples International Airport (NAP)
When it comes to Naples International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.31% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Naples International Airport from central Naples, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near NAP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NAP to IST sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.