Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Izmir

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is the main airport in Izmir, the third largest city in Turkey, situated less than 20k from the city center. Both Istanbul’s airports - Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport operate direct flights from Istanbul to Izmir. There are four airlines operating flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport - AtlasGlobal, Onur Air, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport offers flights to Izmir on three airlines - SunExpress, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

* This information is correct as of June 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport has a Domestic Terminal and an International Terminal, the newest of which is the Domestic Terminal which opened in 2014. The airport handles around 12 million travelers every year and offers a sizeable range of amenities and services to ensure all of your needs are met. Alongside an ample range of shops where you can get everything you need for your trip, the airport is home to a few places to eat and drink. Once you have landed at the airport you can use the dedicated airport shuttle buses to travel into the city or use the local train network.

Airport Information - Departing

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is the busiest airport in Turkey serving over 60 million passengers per year. The airport consists of two passenger terminals which are connected together so you can transfer between flights conveniently. All of the amenities you would expect of a large airport can be enjoyed at Istanbul Ataturk Airport including a wide selection of places to eat and drink as well many different retail shops. Getting to the airport from central Istanbul is possible by public transport as the airport is linked to the metro and also by bus.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport is Istanbul’s second airport, situated around 35km outside of the city center. If you want to grab a bite to eat before boarding your flight there are a few places available at the airport to have a meal or a quick snack so you won’t be short on options. The airport is also home to a range of shops where you can pick up some last minute basics before catching your flight.

What to Expect in Izmir

In Izmir the climate gets hot over the summer but cools down considerably over winter when rainfall is also a lot more common. Given that you will be flying on a domestic route there is no need to get a visa, but make sure you bring along all of your travel documents including your passport. Check out the top hotels in Izmir to make the most out of your stay.