Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
Minsk's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
You can choose from 11 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport flights. The 13:35 departure with Belavia is the earliest flight you can take. Belavia operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to MSQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Belavia offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Minsk — and maybe even more of Belarus if you have time.
Belavia tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Heydar Aliyev International Airport is a well-known stop between IST and MSQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport flight is £220. A return fare is currently £311. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from IST to MSQ by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to MSQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
After your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk is a convenient option that's not too far from MSQ.
Travel at your own speed with a Minsk National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Inspire, Rent Motors or Auto Sale and find adventure across Minsk and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Minsk National Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to central Minsk
From Minsk National Airport, Minsk is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Minsk in February.
The warmest month in Minsk is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Minsk National Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to MSQ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belarus
Minsk is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Belarus you'll want to see. Around 140 miles north-east of Minsk, a trip to Vitebsk will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Krug Inoplanetyan, Skver 26 Iyunya and Граффити Евгений Леонов StreetSkills.
Around 200 miles south-west of Minsk, Brest is another favourite stop in Belarus. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Pamyatnik Lyubovniku, Muzey Voyny Territoriya Mira and Art-Object Heart of Brest.
