Lounges in International Terminal at Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport's International Terminal handles all international flights. This is a large and busy terminal, and the walking distances between gates can be long. Buggy transfers are available for passengers with reduced mobility.

From the metro station, you can reach this terminal via a walkway with travelators. Buses arrive on Level -2, and cars use the Departures kerb or car parks. Go to the Departures level, enter through Doors 3 or 4 for economy check-in, then continue through passport control and security to get to your lounge or departure gate.

Lounges and dining
3 · from $44 USD
Walk to Domestic Terminal
up to 10 minutes

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Lounges and dining in International Terminal

3 lounges before your flight · from $44 USD per person

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Other airport experiences

Fast Track

Getting to International Terminal

  • Trains and buses

    After passport control and baggage reclaim, leave through Door 9 or 13 and use the moving walkway opposite Door 11 for Istanbul Airport metro station. For Havaist or IETT buses, take the lift to Level -2.

  • Taxis

    Taxis wait directly outside the Arrivals level, near Doors 9 and 13. Rideshare apps arrange licensed taxis, while private pick-up vehicles use Level -2.

  • Parking

    Covered and outdoor car parks connect with the Departures level through Entrances 1, 3, 5 and 7. The airport has spaces for 40,000 vehicles.

Checked Nov 6, 2026 · Sources: Airline schedules, turkishairlines.com, abu2024.trt.net.tr, iett.istanbul, igapass.com, igairporthotel.com, dhmi.gov.tr

Reviewed, written and researched by LoungePair, with AI assistance.

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Airlines that fly from International Terminal

Your airline can change terminals, so check your booking before you travel.

  • Turkish Airlines
  • Aeroflot
  • Saudi Arabian Airlines
  • Air Algerie
  • Aegean Airlines
  • Pobeda
  • Uzbekistan Airways
  • LOT - Polish Airlines
  • Emirates
  • British Airways
  • Egyptair
  • Azimuth
  • Royal Jordanian
  • Qatar Airways
  • Transavia France
  • MEA
  • Azerbaijan Airlines
  • Turkmenistan Airlines
  • Air Astana
  • flydubai
  • Gulf Air
  • IndiGo
  • Iran Air
  • Lufthansa
  • Air Serbia
  • Pegasus
  • TAROM
  • Wizz Air
  • Ural Airlines
  • Air Arabia
  • China Southern Airlines
  • Medsky Airways
  • Air Cairo
  • flyadeal
  • Southwind Airlines
  • Berniq Airways
  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • Air Europa
  • Etihad
  • Kuwait Airways
  • Royal Air Maroc
  • Sky Express
  • Thai Airways International
  • Tunisair
  • Vueling Airlines
  • Air France
  • Belavia
  • Nouvelair Tunisie
  • Rossiya Airlines
  • flynas
  • KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
  • Qanot Sharq
  • Scat Air
  • China Eastern Airlines
  • Jordan Aviation
  • Air Montenegro
  • Iraqi Airways
  • Libyan Wings
  • Air China
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • airBaltic
  • Korean Air
  • Air Transat
  • Kam Air
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Oman Air
  • S7 Airlines
  • Syrian Arab Airlines
  • UR Airlines
  • All Nippon Airways
  • Asiana Airlines
  • Croatia Airlines
  • Fly Baghdad
  • Utair Aviation
  • HiSky
  • KM Malta Airlines
  • Somon Air
  • Air Arabia Maroc
  • FlyArystan
  • Nordwind Airlines
  • MIAT - Mongolian Airlines
  • Wizz Air UK

One flight is often sold by several airlines as a codeshare, so this list excludes codeshare airlines.

Popular destinations from International Terminal

Based on recent airline schedules. Check your booking for exact times.

International Terminal questions

Which airlines fly from International Terminal?

The airlines that fly from this terminal include Turkish Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Aeroflot, LOT - Polish Airlines and Aegean Airlines.

Which lounges can I book through LoungePair before my flight from Istanbul Airport International Terminal?

You can book these 3 lounges in advance, without airline status:

Which lounge is nearest my gate in International Terminal?

The nearest lounge you can book from each gate, and roughly how long it takes to get there:

GatesNearest loungeTime to lounge
A1, A2, A3, A4IGA International LoungeUp to 5 minutes
A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11IGA International Pop Up LoungeUp to 5 minutes
B1A, B1B, B2, B3A, B3B, B4, B5A, B5B, B6A, B6B, B7A, B7B, B8A, B8B, B9A, B9B, B10A, B10B, B12A, B12B, B13, B14, B15, B16, B17, B18A, B18BIGA International LoungeUp to 15 minutes
C3, C4MILE·ON·AIR LoungeUp to 5 minutes

Can I use a lounge with a LoungePair pass before security in International Terminal?

No. Every lounge here is after security, so you need to be through security or immigration to reach one.

When are the lounges in International Terminal open?

Opening hours for the week ahead, in local time:

Where is check-in in International Terminal?

International economy passengers should enter through Doors 3 or 4 and use check-in islands E, F or G. Check your airline’s required arrival time before travelling.

Is there Fast Track security in International Terminal?

Paid iGA Fast Track is at the security points inside Entrances 1 and 3, and before international passport control and security.

Is there a hotel at International Terminal?

YOTELAIR is after security on the Departures floor in the international transit area. Follow signs for Gates A and B and find it beside the LCW shop.

Where can I leave luggage at International Terminal?

The left-luggage office after security is on the international Departures floor, behind the escalators leading to the iGA Lounge.

What is there for families in International Terminal?

Baby care and nursing rooms are beside the children’s play areas. Family toilets are also available throughout the terminal.

What accessibility help is there in International Terminal?

Accessible toilets are available in the terminal. Assistance phones are at Departures Entrances 1, 3, 5 and 7, and 4 more are in the Arrivals greeters’ hall.

Is there a prayer room in International Terminal?

There are many Muslim prayer rooms throughout the terminal, as well as some prayer areas for other faiths. Ihram changing rooms are on the Arrivals and Departures levels.

When is International Terminal open?

The airport is open 24 hours every day and has no overnight terminal closure. Its slot schedule lists no weekly closure.