Travelling from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Sarajevo and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from SJJ to IST start from 08:15 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 20:40 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 26 weekly Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJJ to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SJJ and IST include:
Franjo Tudman Airport
Antalya Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, Rs21,821 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs43,796. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SJJ to IST by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Picking up cheap flights from SJJ to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
67.19% of flights leaving from Sarajevo International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sarajevo International Airport from central Sarajevo, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SJJ? If you're catching an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're landing on a late Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near IST:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJJ to IST sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
