Travelling from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Raipur, where Swami Vivekananda Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your RPR to Istanbul flight.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When booking your plane ticket from RPR to Istanbul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one of your options.
RPR is around 13 kilometres from central Raipur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near RPR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
72.58% of flights taking off from Swami Vivekananda Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Istanbul
P13,336 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P34,007. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from RPR to Istanbul, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and bag a sweet deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from RPR to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your RPR to Istanbul flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Istanbul in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RPR to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
