Travelling from Neom Bay Airport (NUM) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Neom (the location of Neom Bay Airport).
Neom Bay Airport (NUM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with two weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from NUM to IST is with Saudia at 11:45. Choose the first departure operated by Saudia at 09:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your NUM to Istanbul flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at NUM and travel nonstop to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Take to the skies with Saudia. This popular airline operates direct flights from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from NUM to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
NUM is about 14 kilometres from central Neom. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
94.19% of flights departing from Neom Bay Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of NUM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Neom Bay Airport (NUM) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul flight is RM885. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,236. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from NUM to Istanbul, reserve your trip four months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from NUM to Istanbul.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from NUM to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can get to 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.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your NUM to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NUM to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Neom Bay Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
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 Alsancak.
