Travelling from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Fukuoka Airport is located in Fukuoka. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is six hours ahead of Istanbul.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to FUK.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to FUK. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
IST is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to FUK flight:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near FUK and turn out the lights sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and explore beyond Fukuoka's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport flight.
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport is £271. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £537. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to FUK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport by using 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 Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
June is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport (FUK). Visit Fukuoka in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book an Istanbul to FUK plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fukuoka to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Fukuoka
Start your Fukuoka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Fukuoka Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Itsukushima Shrine and teamLab Forest Fukuoka are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Fukuoka travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Life-Size RX-93ff ν Gundam Statue.
Explore more of Japan
Hiroshima is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Fukuoka. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the north-east, its top attractions include Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) south of Fukuoka, Kagoshima is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach.