Flying from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the RTM - IST route are:
Geneve Airport
Antalya Airport
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from RTM to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is Rs40,660. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs67,936. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RTM to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flights from RTM to IST every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Travelling from central Rotterdam to Rotterdam The Hague Airport takes approximately 44 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a handy hotel near RTM? If you've booked an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RTM to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flights from RTM to IST, you'll want to find a place to stay in Istanbul. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
If you want more flexibility when planning your trip, consider arriving or departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). This international airport is another popular option for travelling to or from Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Istanbul.
