Traveling from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Istanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU) jetting off from here.
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Split Saint Jerome Airport is located in Split. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
You can choose from 4 direct services a week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU). This is the busiest route, with Croatia Airlines offering a 5:05am departure from IST to SPU.
Your flight from Istanbul to SPU won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Traveling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU) out of Istanbul Airport (IST).
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport with Croatia Airlines.
Croatia Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IST to SPU.
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SPU include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to SPU flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of all departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU)
Consider booking a hotel close to SPU if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport flight.
Getting from Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU) to central Split
Split Saint Jerome Airport is around 24 kilometers from the center of Split. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU)
Currently, AED 312 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 682. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to SPU, book your plane ticket two months before your planned departure.
July is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport (SPU), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Split based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Split is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to SPU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Split
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Split Saint Jerome Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Split:
Your Split visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Split. Around 257 kilometers away to the north, check out popular attractions including Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral.
Around 241 kilometers northwest of Split, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.