Travelling from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX): what you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Take a direct flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Luxembourg is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Luxembourg Airport is located in Luxembourg.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Luxembourg Airport (LUX), with 14 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to LUX is the 07:10 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 15:35 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to LUX.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to LUX departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Palese Airport (BRI)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Tivat Airport (TIV)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Want more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX)? Browse the fares jetting out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LUX are:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to LUX? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LUX instead:
Getting from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to central Luxembourg
Luxembourg Airport to central Luxembourg takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 32 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Rs22,041 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport. Return flights start from Rs51,345. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Istanbul to LUX, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of your departure.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport if you travel in July. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Luxembourg. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Istanbul to LUX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Luxembourg, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 26ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -4ºC and 6ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport.
More about Luxembourg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Luxembourg right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Luxembourg Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Bockfels Luxembourg City, Grand Ducal Palace and Luxembourg City History Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Luxembourg itinerary.
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