Flying from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Istanbul's main base, Istanbul Airport (IST), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV).
Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport flight.
Havana is eight hours behind Istanbul. Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
You can choose from 4 direct services every week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 1:50am departure from IST to HAV.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to HAV, leave 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 standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and HAV.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Istanbul to HAV that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and HAV include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's a key transfer point for flights from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to HAV flight? Unwind in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Consider checking in to Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana after touching down from your flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. It's a short drive from HAV and a great option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
From Havana Jose Marti International Airport, central Havana is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport is $632. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $960. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to HAV, book your ticket four months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
March is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). Visit Havana in September for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Istanbul to HAV plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
Start your Havana trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Paseo del Malecón, Old Havana and La habana are popular attractions which should feature on any good Havana itinerary.
Explore more of Cuba
Santa Clara is just one of the many places in Cuba waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Havana. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Cuba, consider Pinar del Río, roughly 145 kilometres southwest of Havana. Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park are among its highlights.