Traveling from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Amritsar.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ATQ to IST flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATQ and IST:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$133 is the lowest price for a one-way Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at $386. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ATQ to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ATQ to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
Of the departures from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, 66.4% land on time at their destination.
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is around 7 miles from central Amritsar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ATQ:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're getting in on a late Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near IST:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 30 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the center.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 68ºF and 86ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from ATQ to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 36ºF and 52ºF on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 220 miles east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
