Flying from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul is 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Málaga, where Malaga Airport is located.
Malaga Airport (AGP) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 20 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from AGP to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 18:25. Go for the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 12:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to make your flight from AGP to Istanbul. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Direct flights from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll disembark.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Malaga Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from AGP to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Spain. But before booking your flight tickets from Malaga Airport to Istanbul, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
AGP is around 14 kilometres from central Málaga. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 52 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near AGP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Malaga Airport to Istanbul is ج.م. 3,511. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 6,638. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from AGP to Istanbul by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Malaga Airport to Istanbul. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 57 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from AGP to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Malaga Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from AGP to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Malaga Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
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