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Dreaming of cultural immersion on the cosmopolitan banks of the Bosphorus? Treat yourself to an unforgettable stay in Istanbul, under the shade of the minarets of the Blue Mosque. From the Grand Bazaar to the famous Turkish baths, from the dome of Hagia Sophia to the gorgeous Topkapı Palace, the major Turkish city is an unmissable destination for a successful trip at the crossroads between East and West.

Flight from Lyon (LYS) to Istanbul (IST)

Book a flight to Istanbul departing from Lyon

Turkish Airlines, a partner of Lyon Airport offers two daily, direct Lyon-Istanbul flights from Mondays to Fridays, and one additional flight Saturdays and Sundays.

Pegasus offers three weekly flights : Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Check all of their offers and choose the perfect Lyon-Istanbul flight from the following criteria: dates, times, prices as well as promotions. Once you have chosen the Lyon-Istanbul (IST) flight that best meets your requirements, you can book and purchase your plane ticket online. 

Additional information

The best way to reach Istanbul city centre from Atatürk International Airport (IST) is to take the metro (line M1) which is connected directly. You can also take a taxi (outside of peak hours) which is relatively inexpensive.

Useful information about Istanbul

Weather

Essentials

Distance

2012 km

Flight duration

03:15

Local time

18:15

Jet lag

+2 h

Currency

Turkish Lira

Language

Turk

Localisation

Aéroport international Sabiha Gökcen
Latitude : 40.9829888
Longitude : 28.8104425

5 Reasons to go to Istanbul

1. Explore two continents in a day

Taking a flight to Istanbul could be described as landing in Europe but spending the day in Asia. The Turkish megacity effectively straddles the two continents. You simply need to take a boat across the Bosphorous Strait to reach Üsküdar, on the Asian bank, to photograph Leander's Tower. 

2. Lose yourself in the maze of the Grand Bazaar

Located in the heart of Istanbul, the Grand Bazaar is one of largest covered markets in the world. It houses nearly 4,000 stalls, grouped by trade, sprawled across 60 covered streets. Buyers go mad for the leather products (jackets, shoes, belts, etc.) and carpets. 

3. Spend an unforgettable evening at the 360

Located on the rooftop of a building on Istiklal Avenue, right in the centre of Istanbul, the 360 is the most trendy lounge restaurant in the city. It serves fine cuisine and house cocktails on the panoramic terrace, overlooking the illuminated Bosphorus Strait.

4. Visit Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque

No trip to Istanbul would be complete without a visit to the city's two historic monuments: the Blue Mosque, a fine example of Islamic Art, and Hagia Sophia, the former Christian church that became a mosque and then a museum. Topkapi Palace is also nearby.

5. Take the tramway along Iskiklal Avenue

Istiklal Avenue is the commercial hub of the city and is mostly pedestrianised. It stretches from Galata Tower, through the Bayoglu Quarter, to Taksim Square. Our tip: Walk up the avenue and visit its multitude of shops before taking the historic tramway back down.

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