Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Vilnius Airport (VNO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Vilnius is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 14 Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport flights. To get going early, select the 07:50 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to VNO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Vilnius — and maybe even more of Lithuania if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and VNO:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
$103 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport flight. Return flights start at $208. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from IST to VNO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to VNO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vilnius Airport (VNO)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near VNO:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vilnius Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Toprent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vilnius and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Vilnius Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius
From Vilnius Airport, Vilnius is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
September is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Vilnius in March.
Book your flight from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport for July if you want to visit Vilnius during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to VNO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lithuania
You've done Vilnius, now it's time to discover other corners of Lithuania. Travel around 88 kilometres west to Kaunas to tick off its leading sights. From Street art to Unity Square and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius, Klaipėda is another essential stop in Lithuania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at WWII Bunkers, The Dolphinarium and Klaipėda Castle.