Is a 1½ hr layover in Istanbul long enough?
Yes, 1½ hours is probably enough for a layover at IST (Istanbul).
Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at Ataturk (IST)?
Solid buffer for any connection type, including remote-stand shuttle delays.
What is the minimum connection time at IST?
Minimum connection times at Ataturk: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1½ hours connection at IST on an international flight?
1½ hours clears the 75-minute international minimum connection time at Ataturk, but you should still head directly to your gate. Most transfers are done on foot via extensive moving walkways within the single terminal building, but the farthest F-gate piers require the internal automated people mover (APM) train, adding real time versus a straight walk. Passengers connecting from domestic to international (or vice versa) must pass through passport control and often a second security screening, while remote-stand arrivals may need an extra shuttle bus ride before even entering the terminal.
How much time do I need for a layover at IST?
We recommend at least 1 hour 15 min for a comfortable connection at Ataturk. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 35 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at IST?
Turkish Airlines' transfer desks, located past security in the terminal, handle rebooking for missed connections and can usually get passengers on the next available flight within their extensive network, often with meal or hotel vouchers for longer waits.