Traveling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Antalya's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
You can choose from 156 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport flights. The 01:25 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IST to AYT flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Antalya — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and AYT include:
Esenboga International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Milas-Bodrum Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT)
Currently, $44 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $84. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from IST to AYT, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 30 miles from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Antalya Airport (AYT)
If you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near AYT:
Pick up an Antalya Airport rental car and discover Antalya and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, AllMeet rent a car and Right Cars are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Antalya Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Antalya Airport (AYT) to central Antalya
Antalya Airport is roughly 9 miles from the center of Antalya. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Antalya Airport (AYT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Antalya. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Antalya Airport for July if you'd like to visit Antalya during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 72ºF and 95ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to AYT in January. Temperatures average between 39ºF and 61ºF then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Antalya has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 300 miles north of Antalya, a trip to Istanbul will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
Ankara is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 240 miles north-east of Antalya. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.