Travelling from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Nagpur and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your NAG to IST flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NAG and IST:
Hamad International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $327. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $632. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from NAG to IST, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
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Handy information about Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG)
68.09% of flights taking off from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Nagpur to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NAG? If you've booked an early flight from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NAG to IST sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.
