Cheap flights from Las Palmas to Istanbul

January tends to offer lower fares as travel demand softens after the holiday period. School holidays in European countries and the winter season around Christmas create peaks in pricing. Midweek departures typically cost less than weekend flights on this route. Booking several weeks ahead helps secure better prices before seasonal increases.

Passengers choosing between carriers find distinct fare structures on this route. Some airlines bundle checked baggage into their base price while others charge separately for seats and extras. European budget carriers often offer point-to-point service with optional add-ons. Flag carriers typically include more amenities in standard tickets. Vueling Airlines, Aer Lingus, Wizz Air, Jet2, Wizz Air Malta, Easyjet, Iberia, Royal Air Maroc, Eurowings and Canaryfly all serve connections through various hubs.

Istanbul Airport sits further from the city centre while Sabiha Gokcen lies closer to the Asian side. Both terminals provide metro and bus links into central districts. Taxis operate around the clock for those preferring door-to-door travel. Checking which terminal your flight uses saves time before leaving the airport.

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 whether your fare includes checked baggage as low-cost carriers charge separately for bags
• Confirm which Istanbul airport receives your flight since terminals are far apart
• Check visa requirements before departure as Turkey has specific entry rules for many nationalities
• Book midweek departures when possible to avoid weekend price surcharges
• Ensure connection times allow sufficient transfer between flights on separate tickets