Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Marseille.
Flights from MRS to IST start at 10:30 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 18:55 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 56 weekly Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MRS to IST flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MRS and IST include:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Malta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, $104 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $258. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MRS to IST, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
73.25% of flights that take off from Marseille Provence Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Marseille Provence Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MRS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you're on a late Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MRS to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.