Travelling from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Plovdiv Airport is located in Plovdiv. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Plovdiv.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from PDV to Istanbul.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your travels. When booking your flight from PDV to Istanbul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is one option.
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Plovdiv, PDV can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes.
In search of a hotel to stay at before your flight from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul? Consider Hotel Imperial Plovdiv, a Member of Radisson Individuals. Catch some z's here before making your way to PDV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul is 74 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 264 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PDV to Istanbul. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PDV to Istanbul. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 57 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from PDV to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from PDV to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should feature 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 on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Plovdiv Airport to Istanbul.
