Flying from Antakya Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul and Antakya (where Antakya Hatay Airport is located) are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The most popular route is from Antakya Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can choose from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from HTY to IST is the 10:45 Turkish Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:35 with Turkish Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your HTY to Istanbul flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Airport (IST) is where you'll be touching down.
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul. Get on board with any of these:
HTY is about 21 kilometres from central Antakya. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
68% of flights leaving from Antakya Hatay Airport make it to their destination on time.
HTY is located at 31,000.
How to find the cheapest flights from Antakya Hatay Airport (HTY) to Istanbul
$61 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $124. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from HTY to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Booking your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from HTY to Istanbul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your HTY to Istanbul flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book a Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HTY to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Antakya Hatay Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.