Flying from Conakry Airport (CKY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is three hours ahead of Conakry and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CKY to IST flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CKY and IST:
Mohamed V International Airport
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Conakry Airport (CKY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
ر.ق. 1,927 is currently the best price for a one-way Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 2,674. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CKY to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Conakry Airport (CKY)
50.18% of flights that take off from Conakry Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Conakry Airport from central Conakry, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CKY. Whether you have an early flight from Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Conakry Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CKY to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.
