Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is ten hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SLC to Istanbul flight.
Travelling during a peak time like March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SLC to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Salt Lake City to SLC takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SLC:
Salt Lake City International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart SLC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul flight is RM1,411. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,096. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SLC to Istanbul, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SLC to Istanbul.
Find an affordable flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SLC to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SLC to Istanbul flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SLC to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are leading attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
