{"id":48,"date":"2025-06-04T21:09:44","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T12:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/?p=48"},"modified":"2025-06-04T21:09:45","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T12:09:45","slug":"istanbul-airport-layover-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/istanbul-airport-layover-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Transit Guide\u3011How to Spend Your Layover at Istanbul Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Designed as one of the largest hub airports in the world, Istanbul Airport offers spacious interiors and a wide range of services. This guide introduces how to spend your international layover time comfortably and efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check restaurants and shops in the international and domestic departure areas using the <a href=\"https:\/\/inmapper.com\/istanbul-airport\/?id=IDFT77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Turkish Airlines Istanbul Airport Map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short Layovers (Under 3 Hours) \u2013 Use Free Rest Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Istanbul Airport is huge, with plenty of open spaces to relax. Especially near the gates, you can find quiet spots to rest without being disturbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Free Spaces:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nap zones<\/strong> with reclining chairs where you can stretch out and rest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Charging stations<\/strong> with power outlets and USB ports (Type-A &amp; Type-C)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work desks<\/strong> suitable for using laptops or getting work done<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you only have 2\u20133 hours, you can unwind in nap areas or grab a coffee while charging your devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/istanbulairport-transit-info_035-300x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-204\" style=\"width:252px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Rest areas all around<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019012-istanbulairport-transit-info_005-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-205\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stretch out in nap zones<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/istanbulairport-transit-info_036-300x223.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Comfy seats with chargers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019001-istanbul-airport-info-065-580x435-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-207\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">USB-A &amp; C ports available<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longer Layovers (3+ Hours) \u2013 Use a Lounge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are four main lounges in the international departures area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IGA Lounge<\/strong> (open to all travelers for a fee)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SkyTeam Lounge<\/strong> (for SkyTeam members)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turkish Airlines Business Lounge<\/strong> (for business class or elite members)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turkish Airlines Miles&amp;Smiles Lounge<\/strong> (for elite members)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not flying business class or don\u2019t have elite status, the <strong>IGA Lounge<\/strong> is your best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IGA Lounge Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: Adults \u20ac85 + tax \/ Children (7\u201312) \u20ac42.5 + tax \/ Under 6: free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: Up to 4 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Includes<\/strong>: Food, snacks, drinks (alcohol included), shower booths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Booking<\/strong>: Reserve online via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.igapass.com\/en\/iga-lounge-p-6000?locale=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the IGA Pass website<\/a> or pay at the counter (subject to availability)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For layovers longer than 3 hours, enjoying a meal and a shower at the lounge can make the wait much more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Long Layovers \u2013 Use the Airport Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>YOTEL AIR<\/strong> is located inside the international departures area and doesn\u2019t require entering Turkey. It\u2019s ideal for long waits or overnight stays.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/istanbulairport-Yotel03-300x238.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u304b\u3089\u30a2\u30af\u30bb\u30b9\u306e\u3088\u3044\u30db\u30c6\u30eb\" class=\"wp-image-201\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Entrance to YOTEL AIR Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">YOTEL AIR Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Located <strong>before passport control<\/strong> in the departures area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rates<\/strong>: Approx. \u20ac300 for overnight stays; hourly rooms available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shower only<\/strong>: Around \u20ac25 for 30 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Booking<\/strong>: Available online; walk-ins possible if there\u2019s availability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Great for freshening up with a shower or getting real rest between long flights.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019012-istanbulairport-transit-info-034-580x435-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-202\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shower booths at YOTEL AIR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Layovers under 3 hours<\/strong>: Use free nap zones and charging desks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layovers over 3 hours<\/strong>: Use the IGA Lounge for comfort, food, and showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long layovers or overnight<\/strong>: Book a room or shower at YOTEL AIR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Istanbul Airport is well-equipped to handle all types of layovers. Make the most of your time and travel more comfortably!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul Airport offers many ways to spend your layover. From free rest areas and charging stations to lounges and a transit hotel, this guide helps you stay relaxed no matter how long you wait.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":74,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"swell_btn_cv_data":"","footnotes":"","_wp_rev_ctl_limit":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-48","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-istanbul-airport"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":53,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48\/revisions\/53"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/74"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}