Traveling from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Around 10 hours 33 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul.
Changi International Airport is located in Singapore. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 5 hours behind Singapore.
With 26 flights a week between the two airports, Changi International Airport (SIN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Singapore Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:45. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SIN to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 23:25.
To ensure you catch your flight from SIN to Istanbul, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul. Begin your journey at SIN and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Look out for offers from Turkish Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Changi International Airport to Istanbul.
We make it easy to find a flight from SIN to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you hold a passport from Singapore and want to travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Changi International Airport to Istanbul.
Located around 21 kilometers from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near SIN? If you're boarding an early flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Changi International Airport to Istanbul is $263. The cheapest price for a return flight is $475. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SIN to Istanbul, reserve your trip 11 months before the departure date.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Changi International Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the center of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The center of Istanbul is around 48 kilometers from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 57 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from SIN to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from SIN to Istanbul around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Changi International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
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