Travelling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Bagdogra, where Bagdogra Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your IXB to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from IXB to Istanbul with a stopover is easy. Whether you'd like to cut costs on your fare or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A popular stop is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
IXB is around 2 kilometres from central Bagdogra. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to IXB? If you're catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Bagdogra Airport, 73.66% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Istanbul
$352 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start from $726. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from IXB to Istanbul, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from IXB to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your IXB to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IXB to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are highlights.
