Flying from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul eight hours ahead of Rochester.
Give yourself enough time to make your ROC to IST flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ROC and IST:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
At the moment, $967 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,576. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ROC to IST, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
72% of flights that depart Rochester Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Rochester Airport from central Rochester, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ROC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're on a late Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Istanbul Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Rochester Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ROC to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.