Travelling from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport (BUS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport is located in Batumi. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour behind Batumi.
The most popular route is from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport (BUS) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can choose from 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BUS to IST is the 10:35 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BUS to Istanbul flight.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Begin your trip at BUS and travel straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BUS to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Riga International Airport (RIX)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Batumi, BUS can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUS:
Of all flights departing from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport, 56% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport (BUS) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul flight is $144. The cheapest price for a return flight is $318. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from BUS to Istanbul by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from BUS to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
After stepping off your BUS to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will save you money.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BUS to Istanbul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Alexander Kartveli Batumi Intl Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
