Traveling from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport (LXR): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport (LXR). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
The timezone in Luxor is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Luxor International Airport is located in Luxor.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to LXR.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to LXR with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and LXR include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LXR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
SAW is about 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to LXR flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Get off your flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option a quick drive from LXR, head for Iberotel Luxor.
Explore beyond Luxor and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Luxor International Airport rental car from leading providers like Green Motion or Sixt.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Luxor International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Right now, AED 159 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 377. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LXR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Istanbul to Luxor International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to LXR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport (LXR). August is when most people visit Luxor. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Istanbul to LXR flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Luxor, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Luxor
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Luxor International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Luxor:
Temple of Karnak and Temple of Amun are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Luxor itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Luxor Temple.
Explore more of Egypt
Sohag is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Luxor. Around 145 kilometers away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Mosque Noor Islam, كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة and مسجد الزهراء.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Egypt, head for Mallawī, about 290 kilometers north-west of Luxor. Blessed Virgin Mary Church and Demiana tribal ownership, Mallawi Museum and Mosque mercy are key highlights.
