Traveling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport.
Nicosia is one hour behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 67 Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IST to ECN flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Nicosia — and maybe even more of Cyprus if you have time.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Ercan 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 IST and ECN:
Adana Airport
Antalya Airport
Izmir Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
At the moment, AED 147 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 317. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from IST to ECN, book your trip three months before your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to ECN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is around 40 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Consider a stay at Central 2 Bedroom Flat after your Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport flight. It's not too far from ECN and a good choice if you want to catch some z's soon after landing.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ercan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from gri rent, Nissa Car Rental or Oscar Rent A Car to explore Nicosia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Ercan Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
From Ercan Airport, Nicosia is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes around 1 hour if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Nicosia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Nicosia is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Ercan Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to ECN in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Cyprus
Nicosia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Cyprus waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometers south-west of Nicosia, a visit to Limassol will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Limassol Marina, Adventure Park and Molos Seaside Park.
Around 40 kilometers south-east of Nicosia, Larnaca is another favorite stop in Cyprus. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Larnaca Marina.


