Travelling from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Istanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV) jetting off from here.
Jump on a direct Istanbul to Tivat Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Tivat Airport is located in Tivat. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
You can pick from 7 direct services every week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Tivat Airport (TIV). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 7:25am departure from IST to TIV.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to TIV, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport with Turkish Airlines. This leading airline offers services from IST.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to TIV.
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and TIV:
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to TIV flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Tivat Airport (TIV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TIV instead:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Tivat Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Tivat Airport (TIV) to central Tivat
Tivat Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Tivat. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tivat Airport is $196. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $315. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to TIV, book your ticket four months before your departure date.
September is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Istanbul to Tivat Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Tivat Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Tivat. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Tivat Airport (TIV), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Istanbul to TIV plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tivat, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Tivat Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Tivat
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Tivat Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tivat:
Your trip to Tivat should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you can't miss include Island of St. Mark, Plavi horizonti and Maritime Heritage Museum.
Explore more of Montenegro
Tivat has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Montenegro waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres northeast of Tivat, a trip to Pljevlja will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Monastery of the Holy Trinity, Hussein-Pahas Mosque and Manastir Sveta Trojica.
Around 105 kilometres northeast of Tivat, Bijelo Polje is another favourite stop in Montenegro. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Muminov krs viewpoint, JU MUZEJ Bijelo Polje and Nikolje Monastery.

