Is there a place to sleep in the Istanbul Airport?

Istanbul Airport has installed 25 sleeping pods for passengers who want to rest before, after or between flights. The “iGA Sleepod” service can be rented out on an hourly basis for the price of €6/hour between 7am and 7pm, and €9/hour between 7pm and 7am.

Where is the hotel desk in Istanbul Airport?

The Hotel Desk will be on your right-hand side, next to the Starbucks, and across from the Turkish Airlines Arrivals Lounge. The Hotel Desk also handles Turkish Airlines’ complimentary day tours.

Is Istanbul Airport different from Ataturk Airport?

Istanbul Atatürk Airport was replaced in regards to commercial passenger functions by the newly constructed Istanbul Airport, in April 2019, in order to meet Istanbul’s growing domestic and international air traffic demand as a source, destination, and transit point.

How long can I stay in Istanbul Airport?

A Few Hours Layover / Less Than 10-12 Hours If you have less than 10 hours, you shouldn’t leave the airport. You’ll need to think about how to spend your time inside the New Istanbul Airport (IST) with this amount of time. There are many services and amenities that you can spend time inside the airport.

Is it possible to stay at the airport overnight?

In many airports, the answer is yes. However, there are airports that close at night and other airports that simply do not permit/like airport sleepers and are openly hostile. We suggest you visit the airport guide for the airport you are inquiring about.

What is there to do in Istanbul Airport for 8 hours?

Start your 8 hours trip with a visit to the famous SultanAhmet area which has all the famous sites like Grand Bazaar, Beyazit Mosque, the old Blue Mosque, ancient Hagia Sophia museum, and famous Topkapi Palace.

How do I get Turkish Airlines lounge in Istanbul?

The lounge is located on the airside International Departures floor. Passengers can access Turkish Airlines Lounge Business by passing through passport control and going upstairs using the escalators opposite the flight gate E1.

Do I need visa to transit in Turkey?

Do I need to get transit visa? Answer: If you will not leave the transit lounge at the airport you are not required to have transit visa. Otherwise, you have to make visa application to the nearest Turkish Representation.

Is Istanbul Ataturk Airport still open?

As of 6 April 2019, Istanbul Atatürk Airport (ISL) is open only for cargo, maintenance, general aviation, air taxis, business flights and state and diplomatic aircraft. Istanbul Atatürk Airport (ISL) was until October 2018 the main international airport of Istanbul.

How do I get into the Istanbul Airport lounge?

The lounge has a total area of 5,600 m2 with a seating capacity of 765 people. The lounge is located on the airside International Departures floor. Passengers can access Turkish Airlines Lounge Business by passing through passport control and going upstairs using the escalators opposite the flight gate E1.

Can I leave Istanbul Airport during long layover?

To leave the Istanbul airport and explore for part of the day: 8-12 hours. It takes at least 45 minutes without traffic to get to and from the airport and city center. If you have a shorter layover (around 8 hours), that will leave you enough time to explore the central Beyoglu District.