Travelling from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt is 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located.
With 24 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Pegasus operates the earliest flight at 09:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from SAW to FRA is with Pegasus at 17:25.
To avoid missing your SAW to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at SAW and fly straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Be on the lookout for offers from Pegasus. This carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from SAW to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, SAW can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, data shows 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt flight is $127. The cheapest price for a return flight is $263. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SAW to Frankfurt.
April is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your flight from SAW to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SAW to Frankfurt flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
September is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Frankfurt in January.
Book a Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
