Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Konya Airport (KYA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Konya's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Every week, there are 74 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, go for the 01:30 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:15 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your IST to KYA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Konya (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport offered by this airline.
Most travelers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and KYA:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Stuttgart Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Konya Airport (KYA)
$34 is the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport flight. A return flight starts at $74. These prices can change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to KYA, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from IST to KYA.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Konya Airport (KYA)
Step off your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfy option a short journey from KYA, stay at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Konya.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Konya Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Budget or Cizgi rent a car and explore beyond Konya's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Konya Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Konya Airport (KYA) to central Konya
From Konya Airport, Konya is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Konya Airport (KYA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Konya. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Konya Airport for August if you want to explore Konya during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to KYA in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Konya has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometers north-west of Konya, a trip to Istanbul will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Ankara is another favorite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 225 kilometers north of Konya. No trip is complete without dropping by Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.