Traveling from Palese Airport (BRI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 2 hours 7 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul 2 hours ahead of Bari.
Every week, there are 9 flights from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 07:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from BRI to IST is 20:35 with Turkish Airlines.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Look through the direct flights from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular airline.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BRI and IST are:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BRI to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palese Airport (BRI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is $63. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $130. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 2 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRI to IST.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BRI to IST. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Palese Airport (BRI)
Located around 8 miles from the center of Bari, Palese Airport can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BRI:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 30 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Palese Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 68ºF and 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from BRI to IST in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 36ºF and 52ºF on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from BRI to IST, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
There's more than one way to get to and from Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another choice. Look into the range of flights offered at this international airport.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Istanbul trip.