Travelling from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
The average time for a direct Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Venice Marco Polo Airport is located in Venice.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 6:10pm. Go for the first IST to VCE departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 6:45am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to VCE, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) can be booked from here.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport departing from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to VCE.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) plane ticket out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check if flying out of SAW makes more sense for your journey.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to VCE are offered by Pegasus.
On the SAW to VCE route, Pegasus Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Pegasus Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, with 79.41% of its services arriving as planned.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to VCE flight:
68% of flights out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near VCE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Venice. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport is ج.م. 3,583. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 7,417. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Istanbul to VCE by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
December is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). June is the peak month for travel to Venice. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to VCE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Venice
Start your Venice trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Venice Marco Polo Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Canal Grande, Saint Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Square are must-visits when exploring Venice.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Venice. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Genoa, about 290 kilometres southwest of Venice. Doge's Palace, Aquarium of Genoa and Acquario Genova are the start of reasons to visit.
