Originally Posted by
Milo911MD
We are in a similar situation.
We are a family of 4, flying J in mid June from LAX>>IST>>AYT. (my wife and I both have priority pass).
I specifically didn't book the next available flight from IST>>AYT (1:55h connection) to avoid being rushed and missing the flight in case of delays and to enjoy the business Lounge.. I opted for the next flight to AYT (3:30h layover).
Now it appears we can't use the business lounge.
Questions: (for ISTFLYER and others)
Where are the TK and IGA domestic Lounge precisely located and exactly what are the differences between them (as far as food , beverage, resting area, showers, bathrooms, crowds....).
If IGA is better, I was thinking of going there first and then going to the TK close to boarding time, so we can be bused directly from the lounge to the aircraft for the departure.
I was also thinking of killing some time and buying a SIM card between the 2 flights. From some prior other posts, ISTflyer mentioned there was a Turkcell shop somewhere on the transit path from international arrival to domestic transfer/ departure. Where exactly is this Turkcell shop located?
Thanks
It's true that you can't use any international lounges when departing on a domestic flight.
For the iGA vs TK Domestic Lounge, the iGA Lounge has better lounge offerings and it's less crowded. Both of them does not have showers but the TK Lounge has direct lounge boarding to your flight as you mentioned. So first iGA & then TK is a good strategy.
There is a Turkcell store in the domestic departures hall after security ( airside ) before you take the escalators down to the concourse.
After clearing transfer security, walk straight and you would see the Turkcell store on your left.