Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Pristina International Airport (PRN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes. Pristina's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Pristina 2 hours behind Istanbul.
You can choose from 15 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport. The 07:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available from IST to PRN. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:30 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between IST and PRN:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Antalya Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Pristina International Airport (PRN)
Rs23,173 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport. Return flights start at Rs44,621. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from IST to PRN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at Pristina International Airport (PRN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PRN if you're taking a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Pristina International Airport (PRN) to central Pristina
Pristina International Airport to central Pristina is about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Pristina International Airport (PRN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Pristina. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Pristina is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Pristina International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from IST to PRN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pristina
Start your Pristina trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from IST to PRN, browse our range of hotel options including:
Galeria Qahili and Illusium are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Pristina travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mother Teresa Cathedral.
Complete your Pristina trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Pristina International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Pristina stay.