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
Aug 12, 2019, 10:18 am
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Aug 12, 2019, 12:13 pm
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but as far as efficiency, there’s no way to tell because you don’t know your arrival or departure gates. Get the IST airport app, it says there are six locations, most of which are airside.
Aug 12, 2019, 2:24 pm
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You won't be let into the international airside ones during your int-dom transfer so the best one for you would be the one inside the Domestic Food Court located after Domestic Transfer Security.
Aug 12, 2019, 2:44 pm
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I love Burger King in Turkey and there is no Priority Pass lounge yet!
Aug 12, 2019, 3:22 pm
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Aug 12, 2019, 3:30 pm
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Aug 22, 2019, 3:10 pm
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Even if your gates end up being at completely opposite ends of the terminal, the walk (while also moving on the walkways) should take under 20 minutes if moving at a reasonable pace.
I had to tire myself out during a transit stay (couldn’t sleep) and timed the walk from furthest A to furthest F gate at 16 minutes and change.
I had to tire myself out during a transit stay (couldn’t sleep) and timed the walk from furthest A to furthest F gate at 16 minutes and change.
Walking times from M&S lounge
Walking times from business lounge
Shuly
Aug 25, 2019, 2:58 pm
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INT to DOM transit
Flying on 016 stock UA award single ticket. Arriving from ORD with first legal connection to BAL next AM with 17 hour connection. As a *A Gold UA 1K member, I need to check in 3 very large bags (30kg each) as first flight of this itinerary on UA metal. I don't want to claim bags in IST as they will be tagged through to BAL.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
Aug 25, 2019, 3:35 pm
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Flying on 016 stock UA award single ticket. Arriving from ORD with first legal connection to BAL next AM with 17 hour connection. As a *A Gold UA 1K member, I need to check in 3 very large bags (30kg each) as first flight of this itinerary on UA metal. I don't want to claim bags in IST as they will be tagged through to BAL.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
Aug 25, 2019, 4:38 pm
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Flying on 016 stock UA award single ticket. Arriving from ORD with first legal connection to BAL next AM with 17 hour connection. As a *A Gold UA 1K member, I need to check in 3 very large bags (30kg each) as first flight of this itinerary on UA metal. I don't want to claim bags in IST as they will be tagged through to BAL.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
Will TK hold the bags overnight and onload them next morning for the connecting domestic flight?
Thanks for your anticipated expert responses.
If BAL hasn't got customs facilities, you need to reclaim your bags and take it upstairs to the domestic baggage claim desks or Business Class check-in counter.
Aug 25, 2019, 5:08 pm
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They would probably hold the bags overnight if BAL has customs facilities; I would strongly advise you to check the list of airports with customs.
If BAL hasn't got customs facilities, you need to reclaim your bags and take it upstairs to the domestic baggage claim desks or Business Class check-in counter.
If BAL hasn't got customs facilities, you need to reclaim your bags and take it upstairs to the domestic baggage claim desks or Business Class check-in counter.
Aug 25, 2019, 5:24 pm
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They would probably hold the bags overnight if BAL has customs facilities; I would strongly advise you to check the list of airports with customs.
If BAL hasn't got customs facilities, you need to reclaim your bags and take it upstairs to the domestic baggage claim desks or Business Class check-in counter.
If BAL hasn't got customs facilities, you need to reclaim your bags and take it upstairs to the domestic baggage claim desks or Business Class check-in counter.
Will I have check-in problems with excess baggage on domestic connection? 3 bags will already have been tagged to BAL. Should I attempt to change destination to DIY where there is a customs control?
Aug 25, 2019, 6:24 pm
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ISTFlyer. Unfortunately, BAL doesn't have customs control. In my situation could I be able to clear customs in IST upon arrival and immediately proceed to domestic check-in for flight the next morning?
Will I have check-in problems with excess baggage on domestic connection? 3 bags will already have been tagged to BAL. Should I attempt to change destination to DIY where there is a customs control?
Will I have check-in problems with excess baggage on domestic connection? 3 bags will already have been tagged to BAL. Should I attempt to change destination to DIY where there is a customs control?
Aug 25, 2019, 6:34 pm
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those are good estimates with plenty of padding (C1 is directly across from the M&S lounge exit for example: 30 meters in 5 minutes.
Aug 25, 2019, 11:15 pm
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Shuly