Flying from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is seven hours behind Istanbul.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to CLT. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to CLT departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Check out these connections between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CLT:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to CLT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CLT and hit the lights earlier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget to explore Charlotte and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 6 miles from central Charlotte. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
At the moment, £251 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £407. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to CLT. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to CLT.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Charlotte based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Istanbul to CLT plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Charlotte
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charlotte:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Charlotte when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art followed by Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
Raleigh is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Charlotte. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the east, top sights here include North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Durham, about 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Charlotte. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District are among its highlights.
