Flying from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Tallinn.
Flights from TLL to IST start at 12:20 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 19:40 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 14 weekly Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TLL to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
ج.م. 4,414 is the best price for a one-way Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 11,093. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from TLL to IST by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Tallinn Airport (TLL)
66.86% of flights departing from Tallinn Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Tallinn Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Tallinn. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to TLL? If you're boarding an early flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TLL to IST sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
