At a glance
- IATA
- IST / LTFM
- City
- Istanbul (Türkiye)
- Passengers / yr
- 66,637,356
- Timezone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Elevation
- 325 ft
- Coordinates
- 41.27, 28.73
- Type
- Large Airport
Hub for
Carriers that operate this airport as a primary hub.
- Turkish Airlines (TK / THY)
Airport profile
| IATA | IST |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LTFM |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Coordinates | 41.274874, 28.732136 |
| Elevation | 325 ft |
| Annual passengers | 66,637,356 |
| Aircraft movements / yr | 549,296 |
| Cargo (tonnes / yr) | 2,086,241 |
| Phone | 90212463300099 |
| Website | Official site |
| Reference | Wikipedia |
Transit & arrival
- Allow at least 60 minutes for domestic and 120 minutes for international transit.
- Confirm boarding-pass and baggage policies with your operating airline.
- This airport operates on Europe/Istanbul; confirm local arrival/departure times.
- Carry a printed or digital boarding pass and valid government-issued ID for security.
Facilities & services
- Most major airports offer lounges, currency exchange, free Wi-Fi and dining options.
- Wheelchair and special-assistance requests should be made at the time of booking.
- Confirm baggage trolley, smoking zone and prayer-room availability with the operator.
- Ground transport options (metro, taxi, ride-hail, shuttles) vary by city — verify before arrival.
Operational facilities are subject to change by the airport authority.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the IATA code for İstanbul Airport?
The IATA code is IST and ICAO is LTFM.
Which timezone is İstanbul Airport in?
İstanbul Airport operates on Europe/Istanbul timezone.
What are popular routes from İstanbul Airport?
The top 1 routes available for İstanbul Airport are listed in the 'Popular routes' section above with one-click search links.