Kharkov to Istanbul Flights

Kharkiv International Airport

Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights from Kharkov when sticking to a budget is an important part of your travel plans. When you fly out of Kharkov, your plane will be leaving from Kharkiv International Airport. The airport is located just over nine miles from the center of town. The airlines servicing the airport include FlyDubai, Aeroflot and Georgian Airways. They fly to domestic destinations across the Ukraine as well as to international destinations such as Russia, Dubai and Barcelona.

Transportation to Kharkiv International Airport

If you take a taxi to the airport from the city center, it will cost you anywhere from 50 UAH, or $6.17, to 120 UAH, or $14. Several city buses make stops at the airport, including the 115 and the 119 lines from the Prospect Gagarina metro station.

Parking at the Airport

If you'd like to park at the airport, the first 15 minutes are free. If you park for up to five hours, the rate is 15 UAH, or $1.85. Parking for three days costs 80 UAH, or about $9.88. The weekly rate is 300 UAH, or about $37.00.

Dining at the Airport

There are a few restaurants at the airport, but not all of them are open early in the morning. If you have a late-morning flight, you could have a classic, Russian breakfast at Restaurant Polet in the VIP terminal. The restaurant opens at 11am, so if you have an earlier flight, you may want to grab something before you come to the airport or at one of the coffee and snack vendors. Orbitz.com can function as your built-in travel planner when you book your cheap flights from Kharkov through the site.

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.