Flying from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The timezone in Indore is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport is located in Indore.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to IDR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Istanbul to IDR even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is an option when leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to IDR flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR)
Reserve a hotel near IDR if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Getting from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR) to central Indore
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport is around 3 miles from central Indore. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport is £156. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £367. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to IDR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Indore. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in an Istanbul to IDR plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Indore to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Indore
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Indore:
Your trip to Indore isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Akshardham Temple, ISKCON Indore and Sai Baba Temple.
Explore more of India
Bhopal is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Indore. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the east, top sights here include Golden Temple, Taj Mahal Palace and Jama Masjid.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Indore, Vadodara is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Laxmi Vilas Palace and BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Mandir.
