Flying from Istanbul to Conakry Airport (CKY): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport (CKY).
The timezone in Conakry is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Istanbul. Conakry Airport is located in Conakry.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to CKY.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to CKY leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a popular option between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CKY.
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to CKY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Conakry Airport (CKY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CKY instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Conakry Airport (CKY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Conakry Airport is ج.م. 20,065. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 38,812. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to CKY, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Conakry Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Conakry Airport (CKY)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport (CKY). August is the busiest month to travel to Conakry. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.
When booking your Istanbul to CKY flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Conakry, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Conakry Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about Conakry
Start your Conakry trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Conakry Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Conakry when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Mosquée Almamya followed by Conakry Grand Mosque and Dubreka.
Explore more of Guinea
You've visited Conakry, now it's time to discover other corners of Guinea. Travel about 105 kilometres north-east to Kindia to tick off its leading sights. From Le Voile de la Mariee to JARDIN POMMERET and Kania Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Labe is another standout destination in Guinea and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Conakry. No journey is complete without a visit to Fouta Djallon, Fouta Trekking and Place des martyrs de Labé.
