Apr 19, 2019, 4:13 pm
Last edit by: DaveS
In Turkey, as in most of the world, clearing immigration is not required for an international to international connection. The passenger can remain airside, and does not need to enter Turkey.
HOWEVER, the transfer passenger may have to go through transfer security inspection.
Arrivals from EU, UK, USA or Canada continuing to other international destinations are not generally subject to transfer security.
All other international-international transfer passengers should clear transfer security.
Domestic to domestic transfer passengers are not subject to transfer security.
International to domestic transfer passengers are subject to security screening regardless of their arrival point.
Domestic to international transfer passengers are subject to security screening.
For international to international transfers, passengers who have less than 75 minutes for their next flight could benefit from the short connection points which are located at the end of concourses. This is only a fast-track for short connections which avoids passing from the duty free area. ( Similar to London Heathrow Terminal 5B and 5C transfer security ).
There is a fast track lane for international to international transfer passengers traveling on Business Class or holding M&S Elite or Elite Plus, or *G status. This service is only available at the main transfer security checkpoint area.
Link for Airport Map:
https://inmapper.com/istanbul-havalimani/ (Turkish)
https://inmapper.com/istanbul-airport/ (English)
https://turkishairlines.ssl.cdn.sdlm...92261056WE.pdf(Map for all TK facilities)
HOWEVER, the transfer passenger may have to go through transfer security inspection.
Arrivals from EU, UK, USA or Canada continuing to other international destinations are not generally subject to transfer security.
All other international-international transfer passengers should clear transfer security.
Domestic to domestic transfer passengers are not subject to transfer security.
International to domestic transfer passengers are subject to security screening regardless of their arrival point.
Domestic to international transfer passengers are subject to security screening.
For international to international transfers, passengers who have less than 75 minutes for their next flight could benefit from the short connection points which are located at the end of concourses. This is only a fast-track for short connections which avoids passing from the duty free area. ( Similar to London Heathrow Terminal 5B and 5C transfer security ).
There is a fast track lane for international to international transfer passengers traveling on Business Class or holding M&S Elite or Elite Plus, or *G status. This service is only available at the main transfer security checkpoint area.
Link for Airport Map:
https://inmapper.com/istanbul-havalimani/ (Turkish)
https://inmapper.com/istanbul-airport/ (English)
https://turkishairlines.ssl.cdn.sdlm...92261056WE.pdf(Map for all TK facilities)
Transferring/Transit at Istanbul (IST) airport
Jul 19, 2021, 11:05 am
#466
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I think I've deciphered the IST INTL to INTL connections info as such:
If arrival is near the end of a pier, use the quick connection point. If the arrival is near the beginning of a pier, use the central security screening. Middle of the pier might not matter?
Does this sound right? Thanks
If arrival is near the end of a pier, use the quick connection point. If the arrival is near the beginning of a pier, use the central security screening. Middle of the pier might not matter?
Does this sound right? Thanks
Jul 19, 2021, 3:13 pm
#467
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I think I've deciphered the IST INTL to INTL connections info as such:
If arrival is near the end of a pier, use the quick connection point. If the arrival is near the beginning of a pier, use the central security screening. Middle of the pier might not matter?
Does this sound right? Thanks
If arrival is near the end of a pier, use the quick connection point. If the arrival is near the beginning of a pier, use the central security screening. Middle of the pier might not matter?
Does this sound right? Thanks
Also, pre-COVID, security wouldn't let you in the quick connection points unless your departure is within the next 90 minutes.
Aug 2, 2021, 7:17 pm
#468
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Self transfer connecting flight at Istanbul airport Q
Hi
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
I had a look at the Turkish Airlines website and it states the following but am wondering if the same would apply if you have no checked luggage?
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
I had a look at the Turkish Airlines website and it states the following but am wondering if the same would apply if you have no checked luggage?
Our transfer passengers, coming from an international point and continuing to an international destination with Turkish Airlines, whose flight routes are not arranged with a single ticket* Learn more
- Get your baggage from the international arrival hall.
- Go to the international terminal and the related airline’s counter for the check-in procedures of your upcoming flight.
Aug 3, 2021, 12:35 am
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Hi
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
Aug 3, 2021, 2:51 am
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Hi
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
I had a look at the Turkish Airlines website and it states the following but am wondering if the same would apply if you have no checked luggage?
Would love some advice re self transfer connecting flights at Istanbul airport please
Flying Tripoli to Istanbul (Libyan Airlines) and then Istanbul to London (Turkish airlines) will have no checked luggage. Is it possible to transfer to connecting flight while staying airside or would I have to enter Turkey and then check-in at departures as of Istanbul was the original destination
I had a look at the Turkish Airlines website and it states the following but am wondering if the same would apply if you have no checked luggage?
Our transfer passengers, coming from an international point and continuing to an international destination with Turkish Airlines, whose flight routes are not arranged with a single ticket* Learn more
- Get your baggage from the international arrival hall.
- Go to the international terminal and the related airline’s counter for the check-in procedures of your upcoming flight.
Aug 3, 2021, 3:13 am
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Another welcome to FT. If you can, print your TK boarding pass before leaving Tripoli or have it on your phone. You will need to pass through security at IST and they will ask to see your boarding pass. If you cannot get it before you depart to IST, then you will have to go to a transfer desk first before security. It is all pretty easy and efficient.
Either at the gate or at the transfer counter, the OP needs to get the sticker sticked behind his passport.
Aug 3, 2021, 10:30 am
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So we have to stop by the transfer desk or can we get the sticker at the IST boarding gate for MAN?
Thanks.
Aug 3, 2021, 10:46 am
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Aug 3, 2021, 11:20 am
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Aug 4, 2021, 4:02 am
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Aug 10, 2021, 1:19 pm
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Hi, flying soon IST-ORD at 6 am and was wondering what time should we allow for check in and security? I would aim for 3 AM ?
We will arrive in SAW from BJV on the day before and I would be grateful if you could confirm that Havaist line 13 goes from SAW to IST? A lot of web searches says that there is no direct connection and I am a bit confused.
We will arrive in SAW from BJV on the day before and I would be grateful if you could confirm that Havaist line 13 goes from SAW to IST? A lot of web searches says that there is no direct connection and I am a bit confused.
Aug 10, 2021, 1:23 pm
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Hi, flying soon IST-ORD at 6 am and was wondering what time should we allow for check in and security? I would aim for 3 AM ?
We will arrive in SAW from BJV on the day before and I would be grateful if you could confirm that Havaist line 13 goes from SAW to IST? A lot of web searches says that there is no direct connection and I am a bit confused.
We will arrive in SAW from BJV on the day before and I would be grateful if you could confirm that Havaist line 13 goes from SAW to IST? A lot of web searches says that there is no direct connection and I am a bit confused.
For a 6am IST-ORD flight, it would be enough if you go to the airport at 4am. 3am would be too early.
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