Flying from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL).
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Constantine is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Ain El Bey Airport is located in Constantine.
Take your pick of 8 direct services a week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Ain El Bey Airport (CZL). This is the most popular route, with Airhub Airlines offering a 4:30am departure from IST to CZL.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to CZL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport with Airhub Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from IST.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Airhub Airlines between IST and CZL.
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CZL:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to CZL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ain El Bey Airport (CZL)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CZL and turn in quicker:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL)
Right now, £62 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £136. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to CZL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL)
July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport (CZL). Visit Constantine in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Constantine is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your Istanbul to CZL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Constantine
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Constantine right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Ain El Bey Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Constantine when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Palais d'Ahmed Bey followed by Grande Mosquée de Constantine and Pont Sidi M’Cid.
Explore more of Algeria
Boumerdas is just one of the many cities in Algeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Constantine. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the west, check out popular attractions including Frond mère, boulevard de l'indépendance Garden and Victoire Garden.
Biskra is another standout destination in Algeria and is around 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Constantine. No journey is complete without dropping by Mohammed Eid Al Khalifa Mosque, Mosquée El-Houda and Mosquée Si Elhaouas.