Flying from Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Udaipur, where Maharana Pratap Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your UDR to Istanbul flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
To reach UDR from central Udaipur, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near UDR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Maharana Pratap Airport, 70.33% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR) to Istanbul
$323 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start at $658. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from UDR to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from UDR to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your UDR to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from UDR to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Maharana Pratap Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just two of the major attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are highlights.
