Flying from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ).
5 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Minsk National Airport flight.
Minsk (where Minsk National Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Choose from 7 direct flights a week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Minsk National Airport (MSQ). This is the most popular route, with Belavia offering a 2:30am departure from IST to MSQ.
Your flight from Istanbul to MSQ won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Belavia is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport taking off from IST.
Belavia is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from IST to MSQ.
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Istanbul to MSQ even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport with a stop at Dubai Airport (DXB). A major connection between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and MSQ, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to MSQ flight:
76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Get off your flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a short journey from MSQ, unpack your bags at Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk.
Grab a Minsk National Airport rental car and explore Minsk and beyond with your own wheels. Inspire, Rent Motors and Auto Sale are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Minsk National Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to central Minsk
Minsk National Airport to central Minsk is roughly 17 miles. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport is £220. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £310. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to MSQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Istanbul to Minsk National Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Minsk. June is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport (MSQ), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Minsk is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to MSQ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Minsk
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Minsk right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Minsk National Airport:
Your Minsk visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include National Academic Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre, Museum of Contemporary Art and Gorky Central Park.
Explore more of Belarus
Minsk has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Belarus just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Minsk, a trip to Vitebsk will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk, Monastery of the Holy Spirit and Uspensky Cathedral.
Babruysk is another standout destination in Belarus and is around 113 kms (70 miles) south-east of Minsk. No journey is complete without seeing Bobruisk Fortress, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Art Museum.