Does Istanbul Airport have foreign exchange?

Travellers can order foreign exchange 6 days before collection. You will need the following documents when collecting your foreign exchange: A valid passport Flight tickets and proof of accommodation ID document Proof of residential address Garanti Bank , Travelex , Akbank and Türk Ekonomi Bankası can be located in departures and arrivals floor.

Cheap Flights To Istanbul Airport

Q: Are there hotels near Istanbul Airport?

Ramada Encore Istanbul Airport Unwind at the eco-friendly Ramada Encore Istanbul Airport hotel, it is a 15-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Amenities include an airport shuttle, currency exchange, dry cleaning, babysitting, meeting room, sauna and Wi-Fi. Radisson Blu Conference & Airport Hotel Consider a stay at the Radisson Blu Conference & Airport Hotel, as it is conveniently close to all major highways, shopping and entertainment venues. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Facilities included with your stay are a well-equipped fitness centre, business centre, free airport shuttle and currency exchange. Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport The Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport boasts incredible views over west Istanbul. It is a 10-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Enjoy facilities at the Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport such as Wi-Fi, indoor pool, fitness centre, ballroom and business centre.

Airlines flying to and from Istanbul Airport

Turkish Airlines

Air France

British Airways

Qatar Airways

Emirates

South African Airways

Turkish Airlines

Air France

British Airways

Qatar Airways

Emirates

South African Airways

Cheap flights to Istanbul Airport

Prices observed in the past 7 days start from R5,039 one-way and R3,859 round trip. Fares and availability may change at any time, and additional terms may apply.

One-Way

Return

Qatar Airways

16 Nov

JNB

Johannesburg

One-Way

IST

Istanbul

R5,999

Qatar Airways

31 Mar

CPT

Cape Town

One-Way

IST

Istanbul

R5,039

Qatar Airways

21 Nov

DUR

Durban

One-Way

IST

Istanbul

R6,219

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About Istanbul Airport

Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul Airport, situated in the Turkish city of Istanbul, is the main international airport serving the city. Originally named Yeşilköy Airport, it was renamed after the founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Istanbul Airport passenger traffic increases vastly, with 2015 recording over 60 million passengers passing through its door.

Istanbul Airport (IATA code: IST) is the biggest airport in Turkey and is the hub airport for Turkish Airlines. Flights to Istanbul Airport are provided by Emirates, Turkish Airlines and South African Airways. IST is a 40-minute drive from the city centre of Taksim.

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Getting to and from the Airport

Istanbul Airport physical address: Tayakadın, Terminal Cad No:1, 34283 Arnavutköy/İstanbul, Turkey

Istanbul Airport is located in the Arnavutköy district on the European side of the city. 54km from the city centre of Istanbul. There are various transportation options available to transport you to your destination, including Uber, metered taxis, bus and car hire.

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General Information

Essential details you need to know before your trip

Country

City

Turkey

Istanbul

IATA code

Currency

IST

LIRA (LIRA)

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TIME ZONE

Type F

GMT 02:00

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Frequently asked questions

Overview

Istanbul Airport is the biggest airport in Turkey. It was opened in 1924 on the European side of the city, Yeşilköy. Istanbul Airport is the third busiest airport in Europe, serving 273 destinations. Tepe-Afken-Ventures (TAV) has operated the terminal buildings of Istanbul Airport, since the late 1990s. The airport is renowned throughout Europe for its incredible architecture.

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Shopping

Delight in the incredible shops at Istanbul Airport, last-minute purchases can be made or simply pass the time by going to gift shops, duty-free shops, music and bookstores, luggage store and luxury brands shops.

Services and facilities include a clinic, banks and foreign exchange.

Istanbul Airport has a diverse range of food and drink stores. Grab a bite at coffee shops, Turkish pastry stores and restaurants throughout the airport.

Facilities

The Istanbul Airport international departures terminal has lounges for travellers by Turkish Airlines, SkyTeam, Emirates and HSBC.

Lounges available in the domestic departures terminal include Primeclass Lounge and Turkish Airlines.

Istanbul Airport has a great number of facilities for your pleasure, including a prayer room, conference halls, massage and oxygen bar, and post office.

Hotels

Ramada Encore Istanbul Airport

Unwind at the eco-friendly Ramada Encore Istanbul Airport hotel, it is a 15-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Amenities include an airport shuttle, currency exchange, dry cleaning, babysitting, meeting room, sauna and Wi-Fi.

Radisson Blu Conference & Airport Hotel

Consider a stay at the Radisson Blu Conference & Airport Hotel, as it is conveniently close to all major highways, shopping and entertainment venues. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Facilities included with your stay are a well-equipped fitness centre, business centre, free airport shuttle and currency exchange.

Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport

The Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport boasts incredible views over west Istanbul. It is a 10-minute drive from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Enjoy facilities at the Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Airport such as Wi-Fi, indoor pool, fitness centre, ballroom and business centre.

Forex

Travellers can order foreign exchange 6 days before collection. You will need the following documents when collecting your foreign exchange:

A valid passport
Flight tickets and proof of accommodation
ID document
Proof of residential address

Garanti Bank, Travelex, Akbank and Türk Ekonomi Bankası can be located in departures and arrivals floor.

Parking

There are various parking options at Istanbul Airport, these convenient options include a multi-storey car park, open car park and valet parking. Travellers are encouraged to do a fee calculation.

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