Flying from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Tirana.
Flights from TIA to SAW start at 02:05 — the earliest with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 18:00 with Pegasus. Overall, there are 17 weekly Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.
Your TIA to SAW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pegasus is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering TIA to SAW flights. An exceptional 87.5% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is £33. A return ticket is currently £63. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from TIA to SAW by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
When it comes to Tirana International Airport's on-time performance, 69.86% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Tirana to Tirana International Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near TIA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're landing on a late Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near SAW:
Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in April.
Book your flight from Tirana International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TIA to SAW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 220 miles east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.