Flying from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport flight.
Nuremberg is two hours behind Istanbul. Nuremberg Airport is located in Nuremberg, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With 17 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:55am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from IST to NUE is with Turkish Airlines at 5pm.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to NUE.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) out of Istanbul Airport (IST).
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers services from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to NUE.
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about setting out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Pegasus has direct flights from Istanbul to NUE departing from SAW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from SAW to NUE.
With 69.32% of its services landing on schedule, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Nuremberg Airport.
SAW is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to NUE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
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Getting from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to central Nuremberg
Central Nuremberg is about 5 kms (3 miles) from Nuremberg Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
£45 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport. A return flight starts from £89. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book seven months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to NUE.
The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport (NUE). September is the peak month for travel to Nuremberg. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Book a Istanbul to NUE plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nuremberg to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 6ºC.
More about Nuremberg
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Nuremberg Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nuremberg:
Christkindlesmarkt and Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Nuremberg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Altstadt.
Explore more of Germany
Nuremberg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 153 kms (95 miles) south of Nuremberg, a visit to Munich will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Marienplatz, Theresienwiese and Deutsches Museum.
Stuttgart is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 161 kms (100 miles) southwest of Nuremberg. No journey is complete without seeing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart.
