Travelling from Mikonos Airport (JMK) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Mikonos Airport is located in Mykonos. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Mykonos.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from JMK to Istanbul. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JMK to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Palese Airport (BRI)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Greece. But before reserving your flight tickets from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Mykonos, JMK can be reached in approximately 8 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 36 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near JMK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mikonos Airport (JMK) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul is ج.م. 4,527. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 8,934. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from JMK to Istanbul. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from JMK to Istanbul. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 57 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from JMK to Istanbul at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Mikonos 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'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from JMK to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Mikonos Airport to Istanbul isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Istanbul and explore on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.
