Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is 2 hours 17 minutes. Alexandria's timezone is UTC+2, making Alexandria 1 hour behind Istanbul.
Choose from 15 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. The 00:40 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take between IST and HBE. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 17:05 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Alexandria (and perhaps some other great parts of Egypt!). Choose from the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport offered by this airline.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and HBE include:
Cairo International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from IST to HBE, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Arriving late on a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport? Grab your luggage and go directly to the comfort of a hotel. Two options close to HBE are Relaxation Villa With Private Pool and Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from IST to HBE, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar are top sights which should be on any well-planned Alexandria itinerary.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport to central Alexandria is around 51 minutes in a car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Complete your Alexandria trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Borg El Arab Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Alexandria holiday.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
$308 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. A return flight starts at $568. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get flight tickets from IST to HBE by booking at least 6 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Alexandria in May.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with the temperature ranging from 24 ºC to 32 ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 11 ºC and 21 ºC. Look for flight tickets from IST to HBE sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.