Flying from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Atlanta and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from ATL to IST start from 15:00 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 23:00 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Your ATL to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between ATL and IST:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $686. A return plane ticket right now is $933. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from ATL to IST by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ATL to IST by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, data shows 76.64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from central Atlanta, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ATL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're taking a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ATL to IST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
