Flying from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Larnaca and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LCA to IST flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LCA and IST:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
At the moment, £45 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £124. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LCA to IST if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LCA to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
78.93% of flights leaving from Larnaca International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Larnaca International Airport from central Larnaca, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near LCA? If you're catching an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're on a late Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LCA to IST sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 220 miles away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among its highlights.