{"id":49,"date":"2025-06-04T21:02:24","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T12:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/?p=49"},"modified":"2025-06-04T21:08:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T12:08:59","slug":"istanbul-airport-domestic-transfer-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/istanbul-airport-domestic-transfer-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"[Domestic Transit] How to Spend Your Layover at Istanbul Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Istanbul Airport: A Comfortable Hub for Domestic Transfers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Istanbul Airport is a massive hub operating 24\/7. Even when transferring to a domestic flight, there are plenty of comfortable facilities to help you enjoy your time during the wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article introduces tips and recommended ways to spend your domestic transfer time at Istanbul Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For restaurants and shops located in the international and domestic departure areas, you can refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/inmapper.com\/istanbul-airport\/?id=IDFT77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Turkish Airlines Istanbul Airport map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resting Near the Gate (Best for Short Layovers)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The domestic area of Istanbul Airport is spacious, busy even late at night or early in the morning, and feels safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Rest Spots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nap-friendly spots<\/strong>: Sofas near the gates and lower floors where you can stretch your legs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plenty of charging outlets<\/strong>: Each gate area has benches with power sockets and USB ports (Type-A &amp; Type-C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reclining seats near escalators<\/strong>: Hidden behind Burger King\u2014quiet and comfortable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_001-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-187\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plenty of rest areas available<\/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-domestic_002-300x151.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nap spot behind the fast food area<\/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-domestic_003-300x176.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-189\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charging points are everywhere<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-balloon\"><div class=\"c-balloon -bln-right\" data-col=\"green\"><div class=\"c-balloon__icon -circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Kedi02-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-balloon__iconImg\" width=\"80px\" height=\"80px\"><span class=\"c-balloon__iconName\">Loccy<\/span><\/div><div class=\"c-balloon__body -speaking -border-on\"><div class=\"c-balloon__text\">\n<p>If your layover is 1\u20132 hours, take a quick nap or relax near your gate.<\/p>\n<span class=\"c-balloon__shapes\"><span class=\"c-balloon__before\"><\/span><span class=\"c-balloon__after\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore Shops (Perfect for Souvenir Hunting)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The domestic terminal has various shops selling Turkish specialties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Top Picks<\/strong><\/h3>\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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_004-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-190\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>D&amp;R<\/strong>\uff1aWide selection of books and goods<\/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-domestic_005-300x182.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-199\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Souvenir shops<\/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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_006-300x184.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-192\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Nuts &amp; dried fruit stands<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>D&amp;R<\/strong>: Turkey\u2019s version of TSUTAYA, with books and fun goods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Souvenir shops<\/strong>: Great for traditional Turkish gifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nuts &amp; dried fruit stands<\/strong>: Convenient snacks from Eastern Turkey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>24\/7 mini-markets<\/strong>: Handy for drinks and quick bites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-balloon\"><div class=\"c-balloon -bln-left\" data-col=\"blue\"><div class=\"c-balloon__icon -circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Kedi01-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-balloon__iconImg\" width=\"80px\" height=\"80px\"><span class=\"c-balloon__iconName\">Hocam<\/span><\/div><div class=\"c-balloon__body -speaking -border-on\"><div class=\"c-balloon__text\">\n<p>If you have 2\u20133 hours, spend time browsing shops and picking up souvenirs.<\/p>\n<span class=\"c-balloon__shapes\"><span class=\"c-balloon__before\"><\/span><span class=\"c-balloon__after\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relax at a Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of 24\/7 caf\u00e9s and fast-food chains, ideal for a light meal or coffee break.<\/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\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_007-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-193\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>\u00c7ay Saati\uff08Turkish-style caf\u00e9\uff09<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_009-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-195\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Starbucks\uff1aFamiliar global menu, easy choice<\/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-domestic_012-300x241.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-198\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The only spot for alcohol in the domestic area<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Spots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00c7ay Saati<\/strong>: Turkish tea and snacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simit Saray\u0131<\/strong>: Famous for sesame bagels and tea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Starbucks<\/strong>: Familiar global menu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Burger King \/ Popeyes \/ Sbarro<\/strong>: For quick meals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gloria Jean\u2019s<\/strong>: Located near the domestic lounge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alcohol kiosk<\/strong>: The only place in the domestic area selling alcohol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_008-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-194\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>popular Turkish bakery caf\u00e9\uff09<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_010-300x181.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-196\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Burger King \/ Popeyes \/ Sbarro<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/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\/IstanbulAirport-transit-domestic_011-300x148.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-197\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Gloria Jean\u2019s Cafe<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-balloon\"><div class=\"c-balloon -bln-right\" data-col=\"green\"><div class=\"c-balloon__icon -circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Kedi02-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-balloon__iconImg\" width=\"80px\" height=\"80px\"><span class=\"c-balloon__iconName\">Loccy<\/span><\/div><div class=\"c-balloon__body -speaking -border-on\"><div class=\"c-balloon__text\">\n<p>For a 2\u20133 hour layover, a relaxing caf\u00e9 break is ideal.<\/p>\n<span class=\"c-balloon__shapes\"><span class=\"c-balloon__before\"><\/span><span class=\"c-balloon__after\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lounge Access (Recommended for 3+ Hour Layovers)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two main lounges in the domestic departures area: the <strong>Turkish Airlines Lounge<\/strong> and the <strong>IGA Lounge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Turkish Airlines Lounge<\/strong> \u2013 Access for:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business class passengers on Turkish Airlines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miles&amp;Smiles Classic Plus \/ Elite \/ Elite Plus members + 1 guest or family<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Star Alliance Gold members + 1 guest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corporate club members + 1 guest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>IGA Lounge<\/strong> \u2013 Paid Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adults (12+): 1,500 TRY + tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kids (7\u201312): 750 TRY + tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children under 6: Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check the latest price from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.igapass.com\/en\/iga-lounge-p-6000?locale=en\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.igapass.com\/en\/iga-lounge-p-6000?locale=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IGA website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Services include<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Snacks and drinks (including alcohol)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable seating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shower facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to access<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Book in advance via the [IGA Lounge website]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk-in at the reception<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-balloon\"><div class=\"c-balloon -bln-left\" data-col=\"blue\"><div class=\"c-balloon__icon -circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Kedi01-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-balloon__iconImg\" width=\"80px\" height=\"80px\"><span class=\"c-balloon__iconName\">Hocam<\/span><\/div><div class=\"c-balloon__body -speaking -border-on\"><div class=\"c-balloon__text\">\n<p>For layovers of 3+ hours, lounges offer the most comfort.<\/p>\n<span class=\"c-balloon__shapes\"><span class=\"c-balloon__before\"><\/span><span class=\"c-balloon__after\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1\u20132 hours<\/strong>: Relax near the gate or take a short caf\u00e9 break.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2\u20133 hours<\/strong>: Explore shops or enjoy time at a caf\u00e9.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3+ hours<\/strong>: Use a lounge for the most comfortable experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With its excellent facilities, Istanbul Airport is a great place to spend your domestic layover\u2014even during late-night hours. Enjoy your time with peace of mind!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul Airport offers plenty of ways to enjoy your layover. From cozy rest spots and free charging stations to shops, caf\u00e9s, and lounges, this guide helps you stay comfortable\u2014no matter how long you wait.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":77,"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-49","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\/49","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=49"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49\/revisions\/82"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/77"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}