Flying from Fes-Saiss Airport (FEZ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
4 hours 48 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Fes and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between FEZ and IST:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from FEZ to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fes-Saiss Airport (FEZ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
AED 363 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from AED 740. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 5 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from FEZ to IST.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from FEZ to IST every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Fes-Saiss Airport (FEZ)
To get to Fes-Saiss Airport from central Fes, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Have an early flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FEZ:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 kilometers away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Fes-Saiss Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FEZ to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from FEZ to IST:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-have experiences during your Istanbul visit.
If you're looking for more flexibility when planning your trip, consider flying into or out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). This international airport is also a popular option for traveling to or from Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
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