Travelling from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW).
The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is six hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to DRW, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul to DRW, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is one option when you're setting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
IST is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to DRW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DRW:
Go where the road takes you with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and chase adventure across Darwin and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Darwin International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Central Darwin is roughly 2 miles from Darwin International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
£279 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport. A return flight starts from £722. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to DRW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Istanbul to Darwin International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Istanbul to DRW.
Save on your flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW). Visit Darwin in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Istanbul to DRW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Darwin
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Darwin:
Skytour Air Safaris and Mindil Beach are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Darwin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mindil Beach Park.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 274 kms (170 miles) south-east of Darwin, a trip to Katherine East will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre, Cutta Cutta Caves and Skate park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, consider Katherine, about 274 kms (170 miles) south-east of Darwin. Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River are key reasons to visit.
