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Quick Flight Summary from Atlanta to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $455
  • Direct flight duration 10 hour 50 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Monday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $477

Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Istanbul

Best Price

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
20 Oct, Tue
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
18 Oct, Sun
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 9h 15m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
28 Nov, Sat
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
17 Oct, Sat
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 9h 15m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
2 Nov, Mon
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
3 Nov, Tue
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
4 Nov, Wed
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
5 Nov, Thu
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
1 Nov, Sun
Atlanta – Istanbul
1d 8h 5m
1 stop
ATL–IST

Last update: 15 October 2026 07:40

Direct flights from Atlanta to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Atlanta to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day20 October Tuesday
Best Price
$455
Average Price
$544
$704
$455
$704
15Thu
Oct
$592
16Fri
$495
17Sat
$456
18Sun
$602
19Mon
$455
20Tue
$527
01Sun
Nov
$526
02Mon
$526
03Tue
$526
04Wed
$526
05Thu
$600
08Sun
$600
10Tue
$527
12Thu
$567
14Sat
$527
15Sun
$493
28Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Atlanta City Center

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport

Atlanta is an important junction point of land, air, and rail transportation in the United States. It is also an important commercial and industrial city, where many international companies are headquartered in. Atlanta is also an important crossroads for international air travel. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, also known as Atlanta Airport, is the world’s busiest airport according to passenger traffic and it was ranked the world’s busiest airport according to the number of landings and takeoffs for several years. Located about 13 km from the city center, the airport is easily accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives.

Metro

The airport is easily and directly accessible from the city center by metro. The metro line that runs directly to the airport can be accessed from the Five Points Station in the city center, where 4 metro lines intersect.

Using the gold and red metro lines you can get to the airport from Five Points in 15 minutes and from Peachtree in 17 minutes. If you’re traveling on the green or blue line you have to transfer to the red or gold line at Five Points.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient transportation method to get to the airport. Taxis are easily accessible in the city. Depending on your location in the city the airport is between 11-14 km away. Since the airport is located in close proximity to the city center taking a taxi is one of the fastest ways to get there. The taxi fare from major areas in the city center is a fixed rate.

Car

Since the airport is located very close by, driving is a quick and easy alternative. If you’re flying domestically you need to take the I-85, which connects directly to the domestic terminal. If you’re flying internationally you need to take the I-75, which connects directly to the international terminal. Both the I-85 and I-75 connect to other major freeways that provide access to other parts of the United States.

Once you get to the airport, there are indoor and outdoor parking lots, operated by 10 different companies, with a total capacity of 30 thousand vehicles. 

Airport Information

Handling over 95 million passengers annually, Atlanta Airport is not only one of the most important airports in the United States but also one of the most important international airports in the world. With over 58 thousand employees the airport is like a small city. The airport uses a color-coded system to help passengers find where they need to go.  

For buses to the city center follow the green signs, the gold and red metro lines go to the city center, and to get to nearby hotels follow the purple signs. The colored lanes on the floor will help guide you to your destination. The airport also contains dozens of restaurants and over 100 cafes offering delicious examples of international cuisine to cater to passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

Atlanta Airport also features exhibition spaces, galleries, and shopping areas. The airport is a pet friendly airport, featuring the Pet Assistance, which consists of pet areas, a veterinarian, and other amenities and services to satisfy the needs of your pet. 

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
15 Oct
Rain
15°13°
Friday
16 Oct
Rain
13°11°
Saturday
17 Oct
Rain
13°11°
Sunday
18 Oct
Cloudy
16°10°
Monday
19 Oct
Cloudy
16°11°

Alternative Flights Atlanta Istanbul

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Atlanta Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Atlanta-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Atlanta-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Atlanta-Istanbul flights, you can use Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Atlanta-Istanbul is 9254 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 11 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Atlanta-Istanbul flights is Sunday.
Etihad Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Delta Air Lines organizes direct flights between Atlanta-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Lufthansa starts from approximately $372.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
$571
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage
Qatar Airways
$575
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways
$422
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Lufthansa
$372
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
British Airways
$678
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
$713
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage
Delta Air Lines
$1,023
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 02.10.2026

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