Flying from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport.
Rabat is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Sale Airport is located in Rabat, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sale Airport (RBA) is the most popular route. There are 2 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Air Arabia Maroc at 22:50. Opt for the first IST to RBA departure operated by Air Arabia Maroc at 22:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to RBA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA) take off from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport with Air Arabia Maroc. This top carrier operates services from IST.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to RBA departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA).
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and RBA:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to RBA? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Sale Airport (RBA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RBA instead:
Getting from Sale Airport (RBA) to central Rabat
From Sale Airport, Rabat is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sale Airport, 86 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just 198 €. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Istanbul to RBA, reserve your journey 5 months ahead of your planned departure.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Sale Airport if you travel in February. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Istanbul to RBA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Sale Airport (RBA)
April is the quietest time to fly to Rabat. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Rabat is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to RBA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Sale Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rabat
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Sale Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rabat:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Mausoleum of Mohammed V are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Rabat itinerary.
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