Cheap flights from Faro to Istanbul

Shoulder weeks in late spring and early autumn offer reasonable availability without peak pricing. June stands out as the cheapest month on this route according to current data, followed by May and July. Booking several weeks ahead typically secures better fares than last-minute searches. Weekday departures outside Monday mornings and Friday evenings often carry lower prices than weekend travel.

Low-cost carriers dominate this connection including Easyjet, Wizz Air UK, Jet2, Eurowings, Transavia Airlines, Volotea and Vueling Airlines. Full-service options like TAP Portugal and British Airways (through BA EuroFlyer) provide alternatives with different baggage allowances. All flights connect through a hub since no direct service operates between these airports.

You may land at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen depending on your airline and routing. Both terminals sit well outside the historic centre and require transport into town by metro, bus or taxi. Budget airlines tend to use Sabiha Gokcen while full carriers prefer Istanbul Airport. Allow extra time for transfers between these locations if you have connecting flights.

Currency

TRY (₺)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Turkish

Emergency number

112, 177

Driving side

right

Calling code

+36

Internet domain

.tr

Population of Istanbul

15.7 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Verify passport validity meets Turkish entry requirements before booking your ticket.
• Check baggage allowances separately on low-cost carriers as they charge differently from full-service airlines.
• Confirm whether separate tickets require re-checking luggage during connections in Europe.
• Review which Istanbul airport matches your final destination to avoid unnecessary transfers.
• Consider seasonal weather patterns when planning outdoor activities upon arrival.