Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Charlotte.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CLT to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and IST:
London Heathrow Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is ر.ق. 819. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 2,098. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLT to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CLT to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, data shows 77.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 4 hours 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CLT? If you're catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
