Flying from Tuzla International Airport (TZL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Tuzla International Airport is located in Tuzla. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Tuzla.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from TZL 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 such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you hold a passport from Bosnia and Herzegovina and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organising your flight tickets from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
To reach TZL from central Tuzla, it takes around 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you have an early flight from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Apartman A&E. Djurdjevik Home is another handy accommodation option near TZL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tuzla International Airport (TZL) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul is ج.م. 1,687. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 3,541. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from TZL to Istanbul. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you're taking a late flight from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from TZL to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from TZL to Istanbul sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Tuzla International Airport to Istanbul, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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