Travelling from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH).
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is located in Hangzhou. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is five hours ahead of Istanbul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Istanbul to HGH.
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 international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to HGH leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, browse these options when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to HGH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HGH instead:
The address for HGH is 14th Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is ج.م. 12,600. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 26,277. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to HGH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH). July is the busiest month to travel to Hangzhou. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
Before locking in your Istanbul to HGH flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Hangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC.
More about Hangzhou
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hangzhou:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. 杭州西湖(岳湖景区), Bai Causeway and Lingyin Temple are highlights which should be on any well-planned Hangzhou itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Hangzhou, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 145 kilometres north-east to Shanghai to check off its top attractions. From 外滩-观景平台 to 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of China, consider Nanjing, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Hangzhou. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are the start of reasons to visit.
