Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Caracas and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 11 Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, take the 10:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 14:40 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your CCS to IST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a popular stop between CCS and IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
ر.ق. 2,088 is the lowest price for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 3,486. These fares may change based on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CCS to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CCS to IST.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Of the departures from Simon Bolivar International Airport, 59.05% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Caracas to Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to CCS:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CCS to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
