Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sialkot Airport (SKT): what you need to know
Sialkot is two hours ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your IST to SKT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between IST and SKT:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sialkot Airport (SKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport flight is £139. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £356. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IST to SKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IST to SKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at Sialkot Airport (SKT)
Consider checking in to Javson Airport Hotel after touching down from your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SKT and a handy option if you'd like to get some sleep right away.
Getting from Sialkot Airport (SKT) to central Sialkot
From Sialkot Airport, Sialkot is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Sialkot Airport (SKT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sialkot in April.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sialkot Airport for June if you want to explore Sialkot during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to SKT in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Sialkot is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan you should also see. About 75 miles south of Sialkot, a visit to Lahore will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another must-experience destination in Pakistan and is around 120 miles south-west of Sialkot. No journey is complete without visiting Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.