Flying from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Orio al Serio International Airport is located in Milan. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Milan.
The busiest route is from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can select from 47 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from BGY to SAW is the 11:05 Pegasus Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 17:30 with Pegasus Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BGY to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can reserve a direct flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul. Start your trip at BGY and arrive at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
AJet is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from BGY to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your flight tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
BGY is about 64 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 58 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BGY? If you're catching an early flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Istanbul
ر.ق. 203 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 518. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BGY to Istanbul by booking at least 5 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from BGY to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BGY to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
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