Flying from Tokat Airport (TJK) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tokat Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Tokat (the location of Tokat Airport).
The busiest route is from Tokat Airport (TJK) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take your pick of seven weekly services between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 10:50 departure between TJK and IST.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your TJK to Istanbul flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at TJK and travel straight to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Tokat Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Tokat Airport to Istanbul.
Central Tokat to TJK is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokat Airport (TJK) to Istanbul
RM107 is currently the best price for a one-way Tokat Airport to Istanbul flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM210. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from TJK to Istanbul, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Tokat Airport to Istanbul tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Tokat Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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 to explore Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from TJK to Istanbul can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Tokat Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your TJK to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tokat Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Tokat Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TJK to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tokat Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just two of the major attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.