Travelling from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV). Explore the options for leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport flight.
Istanbul and Rize (where Rize Artvin Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV), with 25 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from IST to RZV is the 1:15am Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 6:15pm with Turkish Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to RZV.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier operates services from IST.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and RZV.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about setting out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to RZV are available with AJet.
On the SAW to RZV route, AJet is the airline most travellers rely on.
Want to fly with the most punctual carrier? Choose Pegasus Airlines. 84.13% of its flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Rize Artvin Airport land on schedule.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to RZV flight? Kick back in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Rize Artvin Airport (RZV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RZV if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Rize Artvin Airport (RZV) to central Rize
From Rize Artvin Airport, central Rize is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV)
$60 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport. A return flight starts from $118. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to RZV, book your ticket 11 months before your departure date.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV)
November is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport (RZV), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Rize based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Istanbul to RZV plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rize to range from 14ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Rize
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Rize Artvin Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rize:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Firtina Deresi, Rize Fortress and Kültür Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Rize itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Rize, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 145 kilometres south to Erzurum to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Palandöken to Citadel and Erzurum Saat Kulesi, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Elazig, roughly 306 kilometres southwest of Rize. Harput house, Harput Kalesi and Harput Ulu Cami are highlights.