London Gatwick to Tibilisi via Istanbul on Turkish Airlines
We are travelling in May 2019 from London Gatwick to Tibilisi via Istanbul on Turkish Airlines. Is travelling through the airport any easier now? We have 1 hour and 50 minute layover, is that enough time? Thank you.
Best Answer
It's difficult to say, simple because nobody has ever done a connection like that yet!
Let me explain...
In early April 2019, the "IST" airport will move to a new location - a brand new airport about 40km north of the existing airport. Whilst this airport is currently open and servicing some domestic flights, Turkish Airlines main operation is still at the old airport. The date of the change has repeatedly been pushed out, but is currently set for April 5th (although this could change again).
As a more general answer, 1 hour 50 minutes should be enough to make this transfer without any problems. Flights from London should be treated as "clean" so there should be no need to go through security - although at the old airport this is somewhat hit-and-miss especially if you arrive via a "bus gate" and need to catch a bus to the terminal.
Even if you do need to go through security, there is no need to go through immigration or collect your baggage - you can simply go directly to your new gate.
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Can you fly direct from UK to Tbilisi?
Unfortunately there are currently no direct flights that can be taken from London airports to Tbilisi, however there are lots of indirect routes that require one change. You can get a flight from Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport and London City Airport with one transfer during the journey.Does Turkish Airlines fly from Gatwick?
Departures Terminal:Turkish Airlines uses Terminal S - South at London Gatwick Airport.Which airport does Turkish Airlines fly to in Istanbul?
Amongst the flights operated by Turkish Airlines in London-Istanbul route, only a few number end up at Istanbul Sabiha G\xf6k\xe7en Airport (SAW). Located on the Anatolian side, Istanbul Sabiha G\xf6k\xe7en Airport is 40 km from the city center.Is Turkish Airlines flying from UK?
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