Flying from Istanbul to Phoenix: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Come in for landing at Phoenix's major arrival point, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Phoenix is ten hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Istanbul to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Phoenix
To find cheap Istanbul to Phoenix flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Phoenix is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Istanbul to Phoenix flights leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 32 kilometres from central 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.
Looking for a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Phoenix, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Take a moment to stretch your legs during your Istanbul to Phoenix flight with a stopover. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is one of the options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Phoenix.
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
The distance from Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near SCF if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Phoenix. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. After your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and make a speedy getaway.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from PHX one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix.
Be in control of the next part of your journey by picking up a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Dollar, Alamo and Budget make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from AZA two weeks before your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix for the best rates.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Before locking in your flights from Istanbul to Istanbul, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in an Istanbul to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Phoenix, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are just two of the major attractions to add to your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Papago Park.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, your itinerary will be busy.
Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without seeing Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
