Istanbul Airport (IST) Airport Guides

Self-transfer guides for Istanbul Airport. Everything you need to know about connecting on separate tickets at IST.

IST Minimum Connection Time: 90 Minutes in a 1.4 km Terminal

Istanbul publishes a 90-minute minimum for international connections. What it assumes, why the airport's size defeats it, and the realistic buffer by type.

By Vladimir Mihajlović · Published Sep 1, 2026 · 12 min read

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Self Transfer at Istanbul Airport (IST): Timing Guide

Self transfer at Istanbul Airport on separate tickets? Terminal layout, passport control timing, domestic-international transfers, and what to do if you miss it.

By Vladimir Mihajlović · Published May 17, 2026 · 13 min read

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