Flying from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Katowice International Airport is located in Katowice. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Katowice.
To ensure you catch your flight from KTW to Istanbul, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from KTW to Istanbul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you have a passport from Poland and want to travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul.
KTW is around 32 kilometres from central Katowice. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to KTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Istanbul
Rs22,942 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs48,074. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KTW to Istanbul if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 57 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from KTW to Istanbul at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from KTW to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Katowice International Airport to Istanbul.