Modern airport, modern Istanbul, old Istanbul – typified by the Blue Mosque. This is a city that needs no introduction.

Major reasons to serve this airport

Istanbul as Turkey's cultural and financial centre, extends both on the European (Thrace) and on the Asian (Anatolia) side of the Bosphorus, and is thereby the only metropolis in the world which is situated on two continents. Istanbul has always been the centre of the country's economic life because of its location as an international junction of land and sea trade routes. The opening of specific markets in the city during the 1980s further strengthened the city's economic status. According to Forbes magazine, Istanbul had a total of 35 billionaires as of March 2008 (up from 25 in 2007), ranking 4th in the world behind Moscow (74 billionaires), New York City (71 billionaires) and London (36 billionaires). Istanbul is also Turkey's largest industrial centre. It employs approximately 20% of Turkey's industrial labour and contributes 38% of Turkey's industrial workspace. Istanbul is one of the most important tourism centres in Turkey. There are thousands of hotels and other tourist oriented businesses in the city, catering to both vacationers and visiting professionals. In 2006 a total of 23.1 million tourists visited Turkey, most of whom entered the country through the airports and seaports of Istanbul and Antalya. Istanbul is also one of the world's major conference destinations and is an increasingly popular choice for the world's leading international associations. Istanbul is becoming increasingly colourful in terms of its rich social, cultural, and commercial activities. While world famous pop stars fill stadiums, activities like opera, ballet and theatre continue throughout the year. During seasonal festivals, world famous orchestras, chorale ensembles, concerts and jazz legends can be found often playing to a full house. The Istanbul International Film Festival is one of the most important film festivals in Europe, while the Istanbul Biennial is another major event of fine arts.

Istanbul's ancient trading traditions continue in a 21st Century context - over half of Turkey's $100 billion+ import/exports are made by Istanbul-based companies. The Istanbul World Trade Centre is only minutes away from the airport.

Under-served freight opportunities and other economic impact factors

Istanbul generates 55% of Turkey's trade and 45% of the country's wholesale trade, and generates 21.2% of Turkey's gross national product. Istanbul contributes 40% of all taxes collected in Turkey and produces 27.5% of Turkey's national product. In 2005 the City of Istanbul had a GDP of $133 billion. In 2005 companies based in Istanbul made exports worth $41.4 billion and imports worth $69.8 billion; which corresponded to 56.6% and 60.2% of Turkey's exports and imports in that year.Atatürk's modern facilities are still very close to downtown – it's just 30 minutes to the city centre by metro.

Geography

Nearby Cities Distance
Bursa (243 km)
İzmit (111 km)
Çanakkale (320 km)
Tekirdağ (132 km)
Kırklareli (211 km)
Edirne (230 km)
Infrastructure & Operations
Runways(number and length) 3 runways (2x3,000 and 1x2,300)
Slot Coordinated? Yes
Operating hours 24/7
Terminals (Number,type and last major refurbishment) 2 terminals(1 domestic &1 international)
Min. connect time 45 minutes (DD), 1 hour (DI & ID & II)
Gates 23 Int. + 9 Dom.
Apron 58

LUGGAGE TROLLEYS
Luggage trolleys are available at the A and B gates and Arrival hall of the International Flights Terminal and in front of the Domestic Flights Terminal. Luggage trolleys are provided free of charge.

PTT ( Post Office )
PTT office located at the arrival hall of the International Flights Terminal serves between 8:30-16:30 hours.

WHEELCHAIR SERVICE
Wheelchair service is provided free of charge at our Domestic and International Flights terminals for handicapped and ill passengers.

BABY CARE ROOM
A baby room is provided for baby care in the departure lounge, Hall A of the International Flights Terminal.

TOILETS FOR THE HANDICAPPED
A toilet is provided for the handicapped passengers in the departure lounge of Hall A and B of International Flights Terminal and departure lounge of Domestic Flights Terminal.

FOOD-BEVERAGES AND SHOPPING AREAS

RESTAURANT/BAR/CAFE
Wings Café and Bar is located at the mezzanine lounge of International Flights terminal and two cafés are located in A and B halls of the ground floor.
East Port Cafe is at your service at the departure lounge of the Domestic Flights Terminal.

MINI MARKET
Newspapers, cigarettes, magazines, perfumes, personal care products and packed food products are available at the arrival lounge of the International Flights Terminal.

UNITEL TECHNOMARKET
A store of the Unitel firm selling cellular telephones and accessories, various electronic devices and equipment is located at the arrival lounge of the International Flights Terminal.

SHOPS
Tobacco Shop SKYMART is operated by Serhan Serdar Tektas; and Sinasi Ayhan Adi, located at the sectioned halls of the International Flights Terminal.

Turkish Delight Shop is operated by Zümrüt Kuyumculuk Elek. Paz. ve Tic. Ltd. Sti. , located at the sectioned halls of the International Flights Terminal.

DUTY FREE SHOPS
Popular spirits, cigarettes, candies, perfume products of the world sold in the shops operated by the SETUR firm, located at the sectioned halls of the International Flights Terminal.

BANK
Türkiye Is Bankasi and Akbank branch located at the arrival lounge of the International Flights Terminal provides all kinds of banking services.