Turkey · Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) Online Check-in
Istanbul's secondary airport on the Asian side, hub of Pegasus. Single terminal. Major Turkish + European LCC operations. IST (main) is Turkish Airlines hub.
Now at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport hosts about 35 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 0 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
No terminal-specific check-in pages for this airport yet. Browse the full airline directory for general check-in info.
How to check in for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
SAW has 1 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
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SAW vs IST — different airports
SAW = Sabiha Gökçen, Asian side, Pegasus + LCC hub. IST = Istanbul Airport, European side, Turkish Airlines hub. They're 60 km apart — verify on booking.
Popular destinations from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Is SAW or IST better for Istanbul?
Depends on which side of city. SAW is closer to Asian side (Kadıköy). IST closer to European side (Beyoğlu, Sultanahmet). Both have transit options to either side.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: SAW live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Turkey.