Flying from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 29 minutes.
Podgorica Airport is located in Podgorica. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Podgorica Airport (TGD), with 29 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to TGD is the 07:40 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:35 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to TGD, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take the express route from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD) operate from here.
When taking off from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport with Turkish Airlines.
We make it simple to book a flight from Istanbul to TGD with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and TGD include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is approximately 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD)? Browse the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Pegasus Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul to TGD leaving from SAW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to TGD:
About Podgorica Airport (TGD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TGD:
Getting from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to central Podgorica
Podgorica Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Podgorica. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport, ج.م. 3,408 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just ج.م. 8,306. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
We recommend booking 4 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Istanbul to TGD within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Podgorica in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Podgorica is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to TGD in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Podgorica
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Podgorica right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Podgorica Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Podgorica is to explore its popular attractions. Some highlights include Lake Skadar, Millennium Bridge and Clock Tower.
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