Travelling from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Vijayawada, where Vijayawada Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your VGA to Istanbul flight.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To reach VGA from central Vijayawada, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. It's roughly 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to VGA:
Of the departures from Vijayawada Airport, 77.4% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Istanbul
P16,015 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is P42,306. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from VGA to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from VGA to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your VGA to Istanbul flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Travel to Istanbul in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VGA to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Vijayawada Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are a couple of top attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
