When is the best time to travel to Istanbul?

The nicest months are: Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct. At the height of summer it reaches 29°C, so start sightseeing early.

How much does a trip to Istanbul cost?

For 4 nights and 2 people count on roughly €720 – €1,540 — flights, accommodation, food and attractions together.

About 2 h 20 min from Warsaw (1382 km as the crow flies). The airport transfer takes around 50 minutes.

No. Public transport and your own feet are enough; a car mostly means a parking problem.

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Two continents, bazaars and the Bosphorus

Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and a Bosphorus ferry for pennies. Excellent value, superb food and the evening buzz of İstiklal.

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The best months are: Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct. Summer gets hottest — up to 29°C during the day.

Approximate average daytime temperatures. Highlighted: best months.

Indicative cost of 4 nights for 2 people — no luxuries, but no cutting corners either.

Return flights	€220 – €600
Accommodation	€200 – €340
Food	€200 – €380
Attractions and local transport	€100 – €220
Total for 4 nights, 2 people	€720 – €1,540

Estimated from the city price level and the distance from Poland. Prices at our partners may differ, especially in high season and around holidays.

A direct flight from Warsaw takes about 2 h 20 min (1382 km as the crow flies). From IST airport you reach the centre in roughly 50 minutes.

Standards and districts show what your budget covers. You choose the actual hotels at our partner.

Standards and districts come from 4 properties known to the planner. Actual hotels and prices are at our partner.

No. The city works on foot and by public transport, and day trips are easier by train or on an organised tour. A car mostly means parking costs.

When is the best time to travel to Istanbul?: The nicest months are: Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct. At the height of summer it reaches 29°C, so start sightseeing early.
How much does a trip to Istanbul cost?: For 4 nights and 2 people count on roughly €720 – €1,540 — flights, accommodation, food and attractions together.
How long is the flight to Istanbul?: About 2 h 20 min from Warsaw (1382 km as the crow flies). The airport transfer takes around 50 minutes.
Do you need a car in Istanbul?: No. Public transport and your own feet are enough; a car mostly means a parking problem.