Flying from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Trabzon (the location of Trabzon Airport) and Istanbul follow the same timezone — UTC+3.
With 72 flights a week between the two airports, Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. AJet operates the earliest flight at 03:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from TZX to SAW is with AJet at 23:45.
Leave enough time to catch your TZX to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Start your journey at TZX and travel straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Trabzon Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul include:
The journey from central Trabzon to TZX takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near TZX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Trabzon Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from TZX reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Trabzon Airport to Istanbul flight is ج.م. 1,714. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 3,869. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from TZX to Istanbul by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Trabzon Airport to Istanbul tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from TZX to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your TZX to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Trabzon Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from TZX to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of hotels including:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
