Travelling from Batumi Airport (BUS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
2 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 1 hour behind Batumi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Take your pick of 13 weekly flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The 06:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight out between BUS and IST. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:05 if early starts aren't your thing.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BUS - IST route include:
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Dubai Airport
Riga International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from BUS to IST, check whether you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Batumi Airport (BUS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is P5,974. The cheapest price for a return flight is P9,590. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BUS to IST.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from BUS to IST every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Batumi Airport (BUS)
Central Batumi to Batumi Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 18 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a handy hotel near BUS? If you're boarding an early flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month for flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20 ºC and 30 ºC. Lock in your flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUS to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2 ºC and 11 ºC then.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flights from BUS to IST, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Istanbul. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
You'll find more than one way to get to Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is also a popular choice. Explore the range of flights offered at this international airport.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Istanbul stay.