Travelling from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Aktobe is UTC+5, which is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul. Aktyubinsk Airport is located in Aktobe.
With 2 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX) is the busiest route. Scat Airlines operates the earliest flight at 21:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from IST to AKX is with Scat Airlines at 21:50.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to AKX.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take the express route from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX) can be booked from here.
Scat Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport jetting out of IST.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Istanbul to AKX with a stopover. To see your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and AKX include:
Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 30 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) has direct flights from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX).
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and AKX:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 30 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to AKX? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near AKX:
Getting from Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX) to central Aktobe
From Aktyubinsk Airport, Aktobe is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport from £65 or travel return from just £175. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from Istanbul to AKX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Aktobe. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Istanbul to AKX for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aktobe to range from 14ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -20ºC and -4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Aktobe
Start your Aktobe trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Aktyubinsk Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Waddy Point, Health Park and Aktobe Regional Planetarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Aktobe.
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