Flying from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Cleveland.
To ensure you catch your CLE to IST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between CLE and IST include:
O'Hare International Airport
Logan International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,268. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,290. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLE to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from CLE to IST is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
CLE's address is 5300 Riverside Drive.
When it comes to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.58% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Cleveland to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLE:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel near IST if you have a late Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Book your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CLE to IST around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
