Flying from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 33 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Palermo, where Falcone-Borsellino Airport is located.
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from PMO to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 19:30.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from PMO to Istanbul.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul that touches down at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
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Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from PMO to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
If you have a passport from Italy and want to travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul.
PMO is around 32 kilometres from central Palermo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to PMO? If you've booked an early flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul is ر.ق. 351. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 801. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from PMO to Istanbul, book your journey 10 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from PMO to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Istanbul, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from PMO to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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