Goa to Istanbul Flights

Goa International Airport

The Orbitz.com website can find you flights from Goa to any destination in the world. The website searches combinations from numerous airlines to find you the best price on air travel. Located in Dabollium, the Goa International Airport is approximately 14 miles from Madgaon. It's the only airport in the state of Goa, which is the smallest state in West India. Seventeen airlines service the airport. including Monarch Airlines, GoAir and Air Poland.

Parking and Transportation

If you need to leave your car at the airport while you travel, you can park in the airport's long-term parking lot for $6.50 per day. You can also take a taxi to the Goa International Airport. The taxicabs have metered rates and cost $0.22 per half mile. Buses also run to the airport from various parts of Goa. Bus tickets cost around $0.35, depending on where you're traveling from. If you need a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, you can reserve a rental car using the Orbitz.com website.

Dining at the Airport

Dining options at the airport are limited. If you want to eat a full meal before your flight, you need to do it before you pass through security. The only full-service restaurant is located just outside of the domestic arrivals area. There is also a snack bar in the international arrivals area and various vending areas throughout the airport. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from Goa, all of your travel arrangements are taken care of before you arrive at the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before your flight.

Istanbul Area Airports

Orbitz.com offers cheap flights to Istanbul and vacation packages that let you explore this fascinating city, which spans two separate continents. The main airport for the city, Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, is located on the European side of the city, about 24 kilometers from the downtown area. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 35 kilometers southeast of the city center. Istanbul Atatürk International Airport handles flights from over 70 airlines, including British Airways, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air France. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport serves over 30 airlines, including Sky Airlines, EasyJet, Turkish Airlines, and SunExpress.

Getting to the Airport

From Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, arriving visitors can opt to take the metro train or sea bus into Istanbul. The Sabiha Gokcen airport shuttle makes regular trips from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to various points within the city, and it costs 10 euro per person. Visitors can also get into the city from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport via sea bus or public bus. Both airports are also accessible via taxi.

Weather Conditions in Istanbul

In the summer, high temperatures average around 82 degrees Fahrenheit in June and July and drop to lows of around 65 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Rain is uncommon in the summer, although the humidity remains high during the summer months. Winters are often cold and snowy. In January, temperatures average between 37 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to be mild, and the bargain prices offered during these seasons make them ideal for a visit.

Vacationing in Istanbul

Take in a bit of history with a visit to Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, or one of the many Ottoman mosques scattered throughout the city. Archaeology museums are another popular attraction, or you can get tickets for a cruise on the Bosphorus to get a view of the city from the water. Once you know the sights you want to see in Turkey, check out Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Istanbul at any time of the year.