Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 3 hours ahead of Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from BRS to Istanbul, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to plan a flight from BRS to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
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Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Bristol Airport to Istanbul, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bristol, BRS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near BRS. Whether you have an early flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bristol Airport to Istanbul is 33 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 75 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BRS to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Bristol Airport to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from BRS to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to travel to Istanbul. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from BRS to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Bristol Airport to Istanbul.