Cheap Flight Deals From Edmonton (YEA) to Istanbul (IST) Starting at $840

Edmonton International Airport

Finding cheap flights from Edmonton is easy when you use Orbitz.com. You can search multiple airlines for discount international and domestic flights. Fifteen airlines serve the Edmonton International Airport, including United, US Airways, Air Canada and Delta Air Lines. The airport is located at 1000 Airport Road, approximately 16 miles from downtown Edmonton.

Airport Parking

A variety of passenger parking options are offered, including a curbside valet with concierge services, parking next to the terminal building for an hourly, daily or weekly fee and discount parking with a free shuttle bus to the airport. Monthly executive parking is also available.

Airport Transportation

Edmonton International Airport provides a number of transportation methods for leaving the airport. There is a sky shuttle that stops at various Edmonton locations, a bus with free Wi-Fi, hotel shuttles and taxi and limousine services. The Ground Transportation office is located on the arrivals level of the airport.

Edmonton International Airport Restaurants

There are various dining options available that passengers can enjoy while waiting for their flight. One can grab a quick sandwich at the Quiznos or sit down to a meal at Houston's Steak and Ribs. Some options, like Jasper's Bar and Grill, are located before going through the security checkpoint. For those in search of caffeine, the airport has a Starbucks. A number of retail stores are also present for people who prefer shopping to eating. Whether you're flying internationally or need a domestic flight, cheap flights from Edmonton can be found on Orbitz.com.

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.