Travelling from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ).
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 3 hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to ABZ.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to ABZ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is around 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ABZ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 57 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to ABZ, chill out in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ABZ:
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport to the centre of Aberdeen is about 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport is RM410. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,041. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Istanbul to ABZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Istanbul to ABZ is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Aberdeen in April when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Aberdeen. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to ABZ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Aberdeen
Start your Aberdeen trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Aberdeen is to visit its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Duthie Park, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Footdee (Fittie).
Complete your Aberdeen trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Istanbul to Aberdeen International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Aberdeen and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.