Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 36 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Amsterdam.
The most popular route is from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). There are 95 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AMS to SAW is the 11:20 Turkish Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:10 with Turkish Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from AMS to Istanbul.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll disembark.
There's a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul, such as:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from AMS to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Netherlands. But before reserving your flight tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
AMS is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Istanbul
ج.م. 3,762 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 7,075. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from AMS to Istanbul by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near IST if you're catching a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 57 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from AMS to Istanbul, rest your head at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from AMS to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Istanbul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
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