# Istanbul Airport Guide > Independent passenger information guide to Istanbul Airport (IST). > Not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the airport or its operator. > Flights, terminals, transport, baggage, food, lounges, layovers. > Content available in 16 languages (English source + 15 translations). Site: https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/ IATA: IST · ICAO: LTFM · Location: Arnavutköy, Istanbul, Türkiye · Time zone: UTC+3 (no DST) ## Live data and tools - [Flight board (live arrivals and departures)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/flights/): Live arrival and departure board for Istanbul Airport (IST): flight numbers, destinations, scheduled and estimated times, gates and status. Local time UTC+3. - [Airport maps](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/maps/): Our own terminal and transport schematics for Istanbul Airport, drawn on OpenStreetMap data (ODbL): terminal layout, gates, check-in islands, metro and bus links. - [Weather at the airport](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/weather/): Current conditions and short-term forecast for Istanbul Airport (IST) — useful for delay expectations. - [All guides](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/blog/): Index of practical guides about Istanbul Airport: transport, terminals, baggage, food, lounges, layovers. - [About this guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/about/): Who writes this independent guide to Istanbul Airport, how facts and prices are verified, and how to reach the editorial team. ## Key pages - [Istanbul Airport Departures](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/departures/): Live departures from Istanbul Airport (IST): real-time flight status, gates and delays, updated continuously. Check your flight before you head to… - [Istanbul Airport Arrivals](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-arrivals/): Live arrivals at Istanbul Airport (IST): flight numbers, origin, scheduled and estimated landing times and current status, refreshed continuously. - [Istanbul Airport Terminal](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-terminal/): Istanbul Airport (IST) has one terminal with five concourses (A, B, D, F international; G domestic). How it's laid out, how big it is, and how to get… - [Istanbul Airport Transportation: Every Way Into the City (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-transportation-the-complete-guide/): Every way from Istanbul Airport into the city in 2026: M11 metro, Havaist coaches and metered taxis, with fares, times and night runs. - [Istanbul Airport Shuttle Bus: Havaist & IETT Routes and Fares (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-shuttle/): Istanbul Airport shuttles in 2026: Havaist coaches 336-480 lira, IETT lines about 92 lira, routes to Taksim, Kadikoy and Aksaray. - [Istanbul International Airport duty-free](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-international-airport-duty-free/): Istanbul Airport (IST) duty-free guide: Unifree shops airside and in arrivals, open 24/7, what to buy, Click & Collect, and Turkey's customs… - [Istanbul Airport Restaurants & Dining (IST): Where to Eat](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-international-airport-restaurants/): Where to eat at Istanbul Airport: Turkish doner and bakeries, international fast food, sit-down restaurants and 24/7 spots, landside and airside.… - [Airport Lounge Istanbul](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-international-airport-lounges/): Istanbul Airport lounges: the iGA Lounge (Priority Pass or a day pass), YOTELAIR's walk-in Revolve and the status-only Turkish Airlines lounges. - [Istanbul International Airport luggage storage](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-international-airport-luggage-storage/): Left luggage at Istanbul Airport: the 24-hour iGA office in Arrivals (opposite Exit 13) and Departures lockers at Gates 1 and 6, with prices by bag… - [Istanbul Airport Sleeping Pods, Cabins and Where to Sleep (IST)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-sleeping-pods/): Where to sleep at Istanbul Airport: iGA sleep pods, YOTELAIR airside and YOTEL landside cabins and free NapZones, with locations and hourly prices. - [Smoking Areas at Istanbul Airport (IST): Where to Smoke & Gate Locations](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/ist-smoking-area/): Where to smoke at Istanbul Airport: all 13 open-air terraces are airside, near Gates C1, D16, B1/B18 and along the F concourse. Follow 'Terrace'… - [Istanbul Airport tax refund](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-tax-refund/): VAT refund at Istanbul Airport in 2026: minimum 1,000 TL per receipt, 20% VAT, about 10-12% back, and where to get your form stamped at IST. ## Guides - [Istanbul Airport Sunflower Lanyard (Ayçiçeği Yaka Kartı): How to Get It](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-sunflower-lanyard-aycicegi-yaka-karti-how-to-access-assistance-for-hidden-disabilities/): Sunflower Lanyard at Istanbul Airport: free at information desks and Assisted Travel counters, no medical report needed, and what staff do when they… - [Is Istanbul Airport Safe? Here's All You Need to Know](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/is-istanbul-airport-safe-heres-all-you-need-to-know/): Yes, Istanbul Airport is safe: modern screening, round-the-clock medical care and Turkey's emergency number 112. Plus the ordinary risks worth… - [Can You Buy Feminine Products at Istanbul Airport? (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/can-you-buy-feminine-products-at-istanbul-airport/): Yes, you can buy pads, tampons and liners at Istanbul Airport (IST). Find the 24-hour pharmacy, convenience shops, airside options and the carry-on… - [Istanbul Airport Metro (M11): The Complete 2026 Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-metro-m11-guide-how-to-reach-ist-from-city-center/): Istanbul Airport M11 metro in 2026: about 42 lira to Gayrettepe, trains every 8-10 minutes, transfers to Taksim and Sultanahmet. - [Istanbul Airport to Taksim, Beyoglu and Galata: 2026 Transport Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/how-to-get-from-istanbul-airport-to-taksim-beyoglu-and-galata-transport-guide/): Istanbul Airport to Taksim, Beyoglu and Galata in 2026: M11 plus M2 metro, Havaist coach and taxi fares, journey times and tips. - [Istanbul Airport to Fatih: Metro, Havaist, Bus and Taxi (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-to-fatih/): Istanbul Airport to Fatih, 45 km: M11 plus M2 metro about 89 TL, or a metered taxi 1,750-2,300 TL. Times, transfers and night runs. - [Istanbul Airport Private Transfers: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-transfers-the-complete-private-transfer-options-guide-2025/): Istanbul Airport private transfers in 2026: fixed fares about 25-60 EUR to the centre, vehicle choices, meet-and-greet on level -2. - [Istanbul Airport Map: Terminal, Piers & Gates](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/maps/): Maps of Istanbul Airport: one terminal, piers A-G, departure and arrival levels, walking times to gates, metro M11 and HAVAIST stands. - [Istanbul Airport Taxis: Fares, Ranks and Tips (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-taxis/): Taxi from Istanbul Airport in 2026: official meter 71.94 TL plus 47.92 TL per km, fares to Taksim and Kadikoy, and how to avoid scams. - [Airport transfer from/to Istanbul Airport to Esenler Otogar](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-to-esenler-otogar/): Esenler Otogar is 39 km from Istanbul Airport: HAVAIST bus about 280 TL, the metro route, or a taxi 1,200-1,700 TL. Times compared. - [Uber at Istanbul Airport (IST): How It Works, Pickup & Prices (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/uber-istanbul-airport/): Uber at IST sends a licensed yellow taxi on the official meter, pickup on the Departures level. Fares to Taksim, and Uber vs BiTaksi. - [Istanbul Airport (IST) Facilities: Full Services Guide 2026](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-facilities-and-amenities-a-complete-guide/): One terminal, 1.4 million square metres: 24/7 lounges from EUR 65, duty-free, luggage storage from 210 TL and two YOTEL hotels. Every IST facility,… - [Istanbul Airport Charging Points - Locations and How to Use](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-charging-points-locations-and-how-to-use/): Charging at Istanbul Airport is free: power sockets and USB ports by the gates, in check-in areas and at charging stations on the departures floor. - [DMCA Notice and Takedown Policy](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/dmca-notice-and-takedown-policy/): How to send a DMCA takedown notice or counter-notice to this site: our designated agent, what the notice must contain and our repeat-infringer policy. - [Family Priority Security at Istanbul Airport: Lanes for Kids 0-5 (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-family-priority-security-checkpoints/): Family First Pass at Istanbul Airport is free for children aged 0-5 and needs no booking: the three checkpoints where it works and how to use them. - [iGA Buggy at Istanbul Airport: Prices, Free Riders and How to Book (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-iga-buggy-service/): iGA Buggy at Istanbul Airport: 18.75 EUR + VAT per adult, QR booking via igapass.com or desks C1/E1/G, free for travelers aged 65+ and pregnant… - [Connecting at Istanbul Airport: Transfer Guide for Transit Passengers (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/connecting-at-istanbul-new-airport-useful-information-for-transit-passengers/): Connecting at IST: one terminal, transfer re-screening, bags tagged through on a single booking, no visa needed airside, free Wi-Fi and 24/7 help… - [Taking Money In or Out of Turkey - UK Guide to Transfer Rules](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/taking-money-in-or-out-of-turkey-uk-guide-to-transfer-rules/): Turkey cash rules in 2026: unlimited currency in, no more than 185,000 TL out, and declare foreign cash of 10,000 euro or more. How to declare at IST. - [Istanbul Airport Security: Baggage Restrictions and Carry-On Rules (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-security-baggage-restrictions-carry-on-amp/): IST security: double screening at the entrance and after check-in, the 100 ml liquids rule (domestic flights too), blades over 6 cm in checked bags… - [Turkish Airlines Baggage Allowance (2026): Cabin, Checked and Excess Fees](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/turkish-airlines-baggage-allowance-guide-2025-airline-baggage-rules-fees-limits/): Turkish Airlines baggage rules: 8 kg cabin bag, 4 kg personal item, checked 23 kg per piece or by ticket weight, domestic 15-25 kg, limits 32 kg and… - [Istanbul Airport Playgrounds and Kids Zones: A Solo Parent Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/airport-playgrounds-for-kids-a-solo-parents-guide/): All five free playgrounds at Istanbul Airport: exact gate locations (A6, B3B, D2, F5, G5) and a realistic layover plan for a parent flying solo. - [Traveling with Infants at Istanbul Airport: Baby Seats & Family Services](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/traveling-with-infants-at-istanbul-airport-baby-seat-guide/): Istanbul Airport with a baby: bassinets are booked with your airline, and the airport adds free strollers at the gate, baby care rooms and family… - [Istanbul Airport Statistics and Facts (2026): Passengers, Rankings and Cargo](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-statistics/): Official Istanbul Airport statistics for 2025-2026: about 84M passengers, 309 destinations and Europe's cargo lead - every figure sourced. - [Istanbul Airport Health Services: Pharmacy and Medical Care at IST](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-health-services-medical-care-at-ist/): Pharmacy at Istanbul Airport: Melike Sultan opens 24 hours near entrance gates 6 and 13, with free delivery airside, plus a 24/7 Medicana clinic at… - [Long Istanbul Layover: Leave the Airport and See the City](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/long-istanbul-layover-leave-the-airport-and-see-the-city/): Got a 6-hour layover at Istanbul Airport? How to reach Sultanahmet by metro or Havaist, the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque route, costs and timing. - [How to Buy a SIM Card at Istanbul Airport in 2025 - Quick Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/how-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-istanbul-airport-in-2025-quick-guide/): Tourist SIM prices at Istanbul Airport in 2026: Turk Telekom from ~1,935 TL, Turkcell ~2,550 TL, Vodafone ~3,200 TL for 20 GB. Where to buy at IST. - [Istanbul Airport parking service](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-parking/): Istanbul Airport (IST) parking guide: the five covered car parks and the cheaper open lot, 2026 prices, the 10% iGA app discount, valet and EV… - [Istanbul Airport to Kadikoy: Routes, Times and Fares (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/how-to-get-from-istanbul-airport-to-kadikoy-in-2025-best-transport-routes-timetables-tips/): Getting from Istanbul Airport to Kadikoy in 2026: rail route via Marmaray, direct Havaist HVL-6 coach, taxi fares, times and tips. - [Turkish Barber at Istanbul Airport (IST): Haircut & Hot Towel Shave](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/turkish-barber/): Istanbul Airport has a barber: Parisli Cemil, open 24/7 airside next to YOTEL (Gates A-B), plus a landside branch at Check-in F. Cuts and shaves. - [Shops at Istanbul Airport (IST): Duty Free, Old Bazaar & the Luxury Zone](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-shopping-guide-best-ist-shops-you-will-love/): 166 shops at Istanbul Airport: the Unifree duty-free area, 100+ luxury boutiques in the Bosphorus Zone and the 24/7 Old Bazaar near the F gates. - [How Many Airports Are There in Istanbul? A Quick Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/how-many-airports-are-there-in-istanbul-a-quick-guide/): Istanbul has two working airports: IST on the European side for long-haul and SAW on the Asian side for low-cost. Ataturk closed to passengers in… - [Istanbul Airport Fast Track: Free Access & IGA Pass (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/visa-crystal-free-fast-track-access-at-istanbul-airport/): Skip the queues at Istanbul Airport with Fast Track. 2026 IGA Pass prices from about 27 EUR, plus how to get it free with my Visa, Mastercard, or age… - [Istanbul Airport Passport Control Points - Locations, Procedures, and Tips for Fast Immigration](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-passport-control-points-locations-procedures-and-tips-for-fast-immigration/): Passport control at Istanbul Airport in 2026: e-gates for Turkish citizens, staffed Foreigners lanes, Fast Track options and typical waiting times. - [Istanbul Airport Lost & Found: Contact, Report & Reclaim (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-new-airport-lost-and-found-contact-information-for-lost-items-and-how-to-reach-them/): Lost something at Istanbul Airport? iGA Lost & Found offices are open 24/7. Report via the online form or +90 444 1 442; items kept 3 months. How to… - [How to Connect to Wi-Fi at Istanbul Airport (IST): Quick 2026 Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/how-to-connect-to-wifi-at-istanbul-airport-ist-a-quick-guide/): Connect to free Wi-Fi at Istanbul Airport (IST): the IGA WiFi network, SMS or passport login, 1 hour free, plus how Turkish Airlines flyers get… - [Do You Need a Visa for Turkey? Istanbul Entry Rules 2026](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-visa/): Do you need a visa for Turkey? US, UK, EU, Canadian and Australian visitors enter visa-free for 90 days; others need an e-Visa online (~$50). - [Istanbul Airport - Priority Services for 65+ Senior Passengers](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-priority-services-for-65-senior-passengers/): Istanbul Airport 65+ Age-Friendly service is free: fast-track at security and passport control, free buggy rides and lounge discounts. Just show your… - [Istanbul Airport Currency Exchange Office - Cash Rates, Hours](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-currency-exchange-office-cash-rates-hours-amp/): Getting Turkish lira at Istanbul Airport in 2026: use a bank ATM and choose lira, avoid the DCC trap, and where the exchange rates are best. - [Luggage Carts and Luggage Wrapping at Istanbul Airport (IST) – A Practical Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/luggage-carts-and-luggage-wrapping-at-istanbul-airport-ist-a-practical-guide/): IST airport luggage carts and wrapping: where to find carts, wrap stations, costs, hours, and key steps to secure bags for transit at IST. - [IGA Pass Membership Packages - The Ultimate Guide to Istanbul Airport VIP Plans](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/iga-pass-membership-packages-the-ultimate-guide-to-istanbul-airport-vip-plans/): iGA Pass at Istanbul Airport: fast track, lounges, buggy and valet parking. Annual Plus, Extra and Premium tiers, or pay-per-visit iGA Pass Daily. - [Istanbul Airport Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-guide/): A quick Istanbul Airport guide: getting to the city by metro, bus or taxi, Turkey e-visa basics, the single-terminal layout and key airport services. - [What Is the Turkish Outbound Exit Tax and How Much Does It Cost?](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/what-is-the-turkish-outbound-exit-tax-and-how-much-does-it-cost/): Turkey's exit tax is 1,250 TL in 2026 and applies to Turkish citizens, not foreign tourists. Who pays, who is exempt and how to pay before departure. - [Navigating Istanbul Airport Customs - What You Need to Know](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/navigating-istanbul-airport-customs-what-you-need-to-know/): Turkey customs allowances in 2026: up to 600 cigarettes, 1 L spirits plus 2 L wine and 5 perfumes (max 600 ml). Restricted items and how to declare. - [Reduced Mobility (PRM) Assistance at Istanbul Airport (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/prm/): Free PRM assistance at Istanbul Airport: wheelchairs, escort, Sunflower Lanyard. How to request help 48 hours ahead through your airline under iGA… - [Comparing Istanbul Airports: IST vs. SAW – Which One Should You Choose?](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-comparison/): Istanbul has two airports: IST, 40 km north-west of the centre with the M11 metro and the widest network, and SAW on the Asian side for budget… - [Istanbul Airport IST - How Much Time to Allow Before Boarding? Istanbul Forum](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-ist-how-much-time-to-allow-before-boarding-istanbul-forum/): Arrive 3 hours before an international flight from Istanbul Airport and 2 hours before a domestic one. Check-in closes 60 and 45 minutes before… - [What to do at Istanbul Airport](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/what-to-do-at-istanbul-airport/): What to do during a layover at Istanbul Airport: where to eat, shower, rest and shop, plus YOTEL rooms if your wait runs long enough to sleep. - [Istanbul Airport Liquids Rules: 100ml Limit & What's Allowed (IST)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/new-regulations-for-liquid-restrictions-what-travelers-need-to-know/): Liquids rules at Istanbul Airport: the 100 ml limit, the 1-litre clear bag, what counts as a liquid, and exemptions for medicines and baby food. - [Flying with Pets through Istanbul Airport (IST): Rules, Fees and Tips](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/travelling-with-pets-the-essential-guide-to-safe-stress-free-travel/): Flying with a pet through Istanbul Airport: Turkish Airlines cabin and cargo rules, IST pet rooms, transiting with animals and entry requirements. - [Flying Into Istanbul Airport: Step-by-Step Arrival Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/flying-into-istanbul-airport-a-complete-guide-on-what-to-expect/): From the gate to the taxi rank: passport control, baggage, customs, SIM cards and connections at Istanbul Airport, with realistic times for… - [Getting to Istanbul Airport: Travel Times, Traffic and When to Leave](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/real-time-traffic-status-live-updates-and-road-conditions/): How long it takes to reach Istanbul Airport from Taksim, Sultanahmet and the Asian side, when rush hour hits, and how the M11 beats the traffic. - [Inside the Turkish Airlines Business Lounge at Istanbul Airport](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/christmas-escape-turkish-airlines-business-lounge-review-at-istanbul-international-airport/): Who gets into the Turkish Airlines Business Lounge at Istanbul Airport, what is inside, and why there is no paid entry, plus walk-in alternatives at… - [Turkish Airlines Domestic Lounge at Istanbul Airport (IST)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/turkish-airlines-domestic-lounge-istanbul-review-amenities-and-comfort/): Flying domestic from Istanbul Airport? See who enters the Turkish Airlines Domestic Lounge in Concourse G, what is inside, and your best backup… - [Airlines Operating at Istanbul Airport (IST): Full List & Guide](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-airlines/): Around 100 airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to 350+ destinations: major carriers, IATA codes, Turkish Airlines hub info and check-in areas. - [Car and Van Rental at Istanbul Grand Airport - Best Deals, Easy Pickup, and Wide Vehicle Options](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/car-and-van-rental-at-istanbul-grand-airport-best-deals-easy-pickup-and-wide-vehicle-options/): Renting a car at Istanbul Airport: 20+ desks landside on the domestic arrivals floor, open 24/7, what you need (licence, IDP, deposit) and HGS tolls. - [YOTEL Istanbul Airport (Landside): Cabins, Prices & Short Stays](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/yotel-istanbul-airport-landside-convenient-pre-flight-stay/): YOTEL Istanbul Airport landside: exact location by entrance 7, cabin types, 4-hour short stays, 2026 prices, and how it differs from airside YOTELAIR. - [Bars and Drinks at Istanbul Airport: Prices, Pubs, Coffee 2026](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-among-the-worlds-top-airports-for-dining-and-drinks/): Where to drink at Istanbul Airport: 24/7 bars, Turkish coffee, real 2026 beer and coffee prices, plus when a lounge pass beats paying at the bar. - [Where to Buy Turkish Delight in Istanbul: Best Lokum Shops and IST Airport Options (2026)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/where-to-buy-turkish-delight-in-istanbul-15-best-lokum-shops/): Where to buy real Turkish delight in Istanbul: Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir, Hafiz Mustafa 1864, Sekerci Cafer Erol and Koska, plus lokum at IST. - [Istanbul Airport Music Events - Live Performances for Travelers at IST](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-music-events-live-performances-for-travelers-at-ist/): Does Istanbul Airport have live music? What iGA free Airport Music Events offer, where performances happen at IST, and how to check what is on today. - [YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport Airside: Sleep in Transit, No Visa](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/yotelair-istanbul-airport-airside-the-ultimate-transit-stay-inside-istanbuls-terminal/): YOTELAIR sits inside IST's international transit zone: sleep between flights with no Turkish visa or passport control. Hourly cabins, prices, booking… - [Istanbul Airport Flights (IST) Information](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/flights-from-and-to-istanbul-airport/): Track flights at Istanbul Airport (IST): live arrivals and departures with flight numbers, status and airlines, plus how to check your flight before… - [Turkish Airlines Check-In and Bag Drop at Istanbul Airport (IST)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/earliest-check-in-and-bag-drop-for-turkish-airlines-in-istanbul-istanbul-forum/): How early can you check in and drop bags for Turkish Airlines at Istanbul Airport? Counter, kiosk and online windows, plus bag-drop deadlines. - [Best hotels near Istanbul International Airport](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/istanbul-airport-hotels/): Where to stay at Istanbul Airport: YOTEL inside the terminal, hotels a short shuttle away, and how to choose for an overnight layover or an early… - [IST Baggage Allowance by Airline and Fare (2026 Checker)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/baggage-allowances/): Check cabin and checked bag rules for airlines flying from Istanbul Airport (IST): what your fare includes and what extra, overweight and oversize… - [Terms of Use](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/terms/): Terms of use for this independent, unofficial Istanbul Airport (IST) guide: accuracy, affiliation, external links and contact. - [Privacy Policy](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/privacy-policy/): How Istanbul Airport Guide handles personal data: what we collect, why, how long we keep it and how to contact us about it. Last updated December… - [Free NapZones at Istanbul Airport: Locations, Seats and Tips (IST)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/free-napzone-areas-at-istanbul-airport-quiet-rest-zones-for-travelers/): Free NapZones at Istanbul Airport: six airside rest areas with reclined seats and power outlets, where they are and which is best for sleeping. - [Overnight Layover at Istanbul Airport: Free Hotel, Sleep Pods and More](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/overnight-layover-at-istanbul-airport/): Overnight at Istanbul Airport: the free Turkish Airlines stopover hotel (20h+ layovers), YOTELAIR cabins, iGA sleep pods and city hotels compared. - [Touristanbul: Turkish Airlines Free Istanbul Layover Tour](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/touristanbul-free-istanbul-airport-layover-tour/): Turkish Airlines' free Touristanbul tour for transit passengers: who qualifies (6-24h layover), tour times, what is included and how to register. - [About](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/about/): An independent passenger guide to Istanbul Airport (IST): live flight boards, transport, terminal facilities and services. Who we are and how we… - [Istanbul airport weather](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/weather/): Live weather at Istanbul Airport (IST): current conditions and temperature, so you know what to expect on arrival or before an early departure. ## Datasets - [Sitemap (XML)](https://istanbul-ist-international-airport.com/sitemap.xml): canonical URLs with hreflang for 16 languages ## Languages English is served at the root (`//`). Translations live at `///` for: ar, cs, de, el, es, fr, it, ja, ko, pl, pt, ru, tr, uk, zh.