Flying from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC) taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Valencia Airport flight.
Valencia is two hours behind Istanbul. Valencia Airport is located in Valencia, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Valencia Airport (VLC), with 14 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from IST to VLC is the 7:40am Turkish Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 2:55pm with Turkish Airlines.
Your flight from Istanbul to VLC won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC) operate from here.
When jetting out of IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The top choice among passengers flying between IST and VLC is Turkish Airlines.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to VLC leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Malta International Airport (MLA)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and VLC include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
SAW is around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to VLC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
Consider booking a hotel near VLC if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Valencia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent and explore beyond Valencia's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Valencia Airport flight.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport is roughly 10 kilometers from central Valencia. The time it takes to get there in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC)
AED 243 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Valencia Airport. A return flight starts at AED 482. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to VLC, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Valencia Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Valencia. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Valencia Airport (VLC), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book an Istanbul to VLC flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Valencia to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Valencia Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Valencia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Valencia right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Valencia Airport:
Your trip to Valencia should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights you can't miss include City of Arts and Sciences, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Barrio del Carmen.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Valencia. Around 241 kilometers away to the north, check out popular attractions including Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 153 kilometers north-west of Valencia, Cuenca is another favorite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.