Flying from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport (ASW): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport (ASW) taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Aswan International Airport is located in Aswan Daraw. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.
For hassle-free travel, arrive 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 flight from Istanbul to ASW.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Whether you're hoping to explore another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to ASW.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport with a stop at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). A major connection between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ASW, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to ASW flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Aswan International Airport (ASW)
Get off your flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short journey from ASW, make your way to Fenti Nubian Resort.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport (ASW)
At the moment, ج.م. 9,662 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 23,206. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to ASW, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Aswan International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport (ASW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport (ASW), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Aswan Daraw based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in an Istanbul to ASW flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aswan Daraw to range from 25ºC to 43ºC.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Aswan Daraw
Start your Aswan Daraw trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Aswan International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Aswan Daraw when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Hotel Old Cataract followed by Temple of Horus and Aswan Egypt.
Explore more of Egypt
Aswan Daraw has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north of Aswan Daraw, a visit to Luxor will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Temple of Karnak, Temple of Amun and Luxor Temple.
Akhmīm is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 306 kilometres north of Aswan Daraw. No trip is complete without dropping by Saint Demiana Coptic Orthodox Church, Akhmim Archbishopric and مسجد الشيخ طه بإخميم.
