Istanbul Airport (IST) – Traveling By Plane

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Airport Name: Istanbul Airport (IST)
Location: Arnavutköy, Istanbul, Turkey
Map: Google Maps Link
Contact Information:
- Phone: +90 212 444 1 442
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.istanbulairport.com

Founding Year: 2018 (opened for operations)
Development Timeline:
- 2015: Construction begins
- 2018: Airport opens for operations
- 2019: Full transfer of operations from Atatürk Airport
Significant Events:
- 2018: Grand opening ceremony with international dignitaries
- 2019: Completion of all major construction phases for initial operational capacity

Passenger Services:
- Lounges: Turkish Airlines Lounge, IGA Lounge, SkyTeam Lounge
- Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
Shopping and Dining:
- Shops: Duty-free, luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Prada, and local Turkish products
- Restaurants: Turkish Cuisine, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and more
Transportation:
- Public Transport: HAVAIST shuttle buses, metro line (under construction), taxis
- Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Enterprise
- Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options, valet parking
- Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

Terminal Information:
- Single large terminal complex serving all flights with designated sections for international and domestic flights
Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

Airlines: Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways, and many more
Destinations: Over 350 destinations worldwide including New York, Tokyo, Dubai, and London
Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 3 hours before departure; online check-in available
Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
Customs and Immigration: Passport control for international flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

On-Site Hotels:
- YOTEL Istanbul Airport Hotel (landside and airside)
Nearby Hotels:
- Park Inn by Radisson Istanbul Airport Odayeri
- Istanbul Airport Durusu Club Hotel
- Menalo Hotel Premium Istanbul Airport

Lounge Access:
- Turkish Airlines Lounge: Access for Turkish Airlines Business and First Class passengers, Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members
- IGA Lounge: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
- SkyTeam Lounge: Access for SkyTeam Business Class passengers, SkyTeam Elite Plus members
Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, showers, workstations, relaxation areas

Business Centers: Available in various lounges with workstations and meeting rooms
Meeting Rooms: Available at YOTEL Istanbul Airport Hotel

Passenger Traffic: Approximately 52 million passengers annually (as of 2021)
Flight Operations: Over 400,000 flight movements annually
Cargo: Handles over 2.5 million tons of cargo annually

Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including additional terminals and runways
Renovation Plans: Ongoing enhancements to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

Reviews and Ratings: Generally positive reviews highlighting modern facilities and extensive shopping options
Travel Blogs and Stories:
- Travel Blog Example 1
- Travel Blog Example 2

Images:
- Exterior view of the terminal complex
- Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
- Aircraft on the tarmac