Traveling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 3 hours 31 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul 2 hours ahead of Barcelona.
Every week, there are 8 flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 10:05 Pegasus flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from BCN to SAW is 16:10 with Pegasus.
Traveling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Istanbul (and exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is straightforward with Pegasus. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
To break up your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the BCN - SAW route include:
Vienna International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have all the necessary information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BCN to SAW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
$68 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts at $140. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from BCN to SAW by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometers in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SAW:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
Once you've locked in your flights from BCN to SAW, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Istanbul. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Istanbul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.
If you want more flexibility and choice when planning your trip, consider flying in or out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). This international airport is also a popular option for getting to or from Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Istanbul stay.