Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport.
The timezone in Bari is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are nine Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 07:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your IST to BRI flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Bari (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between IST and BRI:
Sofia Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Palese Airport (BRI)
Currently, $131 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $289. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from IST to BRI by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Palese Airport (BRI)
Consider booking a hotel near BRI if you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Palese Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Felirent or Noleggiare and venture far and wide through Bari and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Palese Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
From Palese Airport, Bari is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Palese Airport (BRI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bari in January.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Palese Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bari, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to BRI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Bari, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 370 kilometres west to Rome to tick off its leading sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres west of Bari, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.