Travelling from Istanbul to Samos Airport (SMI): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport (SMI) taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Samos is one hour behind Istanbul. Samos Airport is located in Samos, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to SMI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to SMI leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport, browse these options when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to SMI flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Samos Airport (SMI)
Book a hotel near SMI if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Hit the road running by picking up a Samos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Exer Rent A Car, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Samos and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Istanbul to Samos Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Samos Airport (SMI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Samos Airport is $215. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $411. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to SMI if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Samos Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Samos Airport (SMI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Samos Airport (SMI), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Samos based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Samos is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to SMI flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Samos Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Samos
Start your Samos trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Samos Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Samos when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Theopoíēto(Natural) bridge followed by Agia Triada and Valley of the Nightingales.
Explore more of Greece
Samos is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Samos, a trip to Athens will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Journey 290 kilometres west from Samos to reach Acharnes, another standout destination in Greece. Be sure to check out Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.