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Cheap flights to Istanbul from $99 One Way, $204 Round Trip

$204 return flights and $99 one-way flights to Istanbul were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26
BEY
Beirut
SAW
Istanbul
$204 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select AJET flight, departing Sun, Sep 20 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $204 found 3 hours ago
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6
BEY
Beirut
SAW
Istanbul
$225 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Sun, Sep 6, priced at $225 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
BEY
Beirut
IST
Istanbul
$290 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Sun, Nov 29, priced at $290 found 2 days ago
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 18
BEY
Beirut
IST
Istanbul
$292 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Middle East Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 18 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Sun, Oct 18, priced at $292 found 6 days ago
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 13
BEY
Beirut
IST
Istanbul
$368 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 12 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $368 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
BEY
Beirut
IST
Istanbul
$415 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $415 found 15 hours ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles
IST
Istanbul
$724 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Royal Air Maroc flight, departing Sun, Nov 29 from Los Angeles to Istanbul, returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $724 found 21 hours ago
Sun, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 27
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$740 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$740
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Sun, Feb 21 from New York to Istanbul, returning Sat, Feb 27, priced at $740 found 2 days ago
Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 13
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$766 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$766
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Sun, Mar 7 from New York to Istanbul, returning Sat, Mar 13, priced at $766 found 13 hours ago
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27
EWR
New York
IST
Istanbul
$780 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$780
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from New York to Istanbul, returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $780 found 2 hours ago
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 26
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$780 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$780
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 17 from New York to Istanbul, returning Tue, Jan 26, priced at $780 found 2 hours ago
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 20
JFK
New York
SAW
Istanbul
$788 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$788
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 6 from New York to Istanbul, returning Tue, Apr 20, priced at $788 found 2 hours ago

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Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$300 nightly
The price is $333 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$333 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,324 reviews)
"Phenomenal"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

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The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$294 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$327 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,090 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$204 nightly
The price is $226 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$226 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
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Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Müvezzi Cad Yildiz Mah No.1/1 Istanbul Besiktas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$100 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$112 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (425 reviews)
"excellent hotel with very helpful and kind staff"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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  • 4 people
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  • 5 people
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SUV

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  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?
With 24 airlines ready to spirit you away to Istanbul, finding the ideal flight will be a cinch. Book your ticket with one of these popular international carriers that operate services to Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST):

  • Turkish Airlines - 5,698 flights to Istanbul per month
  • UIA - 130 flights to Istanbul per month
  • Aeroflot - 129 flights to Istanbul per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Istanbul?
Istanbul (IST) is a major gateway to Istanbul. While many tourists make this their point of entry, some choose to fly into Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST). Compare flight prices and decide which offers the easiest commute based on where you're headed.
How much is a flight to Istanbul?
Prices for return flights dipped as low as $204 this week to Istanbul, and increased to a peak of $788. Some lucky travelers flying out of Beirut (BEY) managed to secure one-way fares starting from just $99.
How to book the cheapest flight to Istanbul?
Scoring cheap flights to Istanbul is as easy as booking with Orbitz. But if you're eager to make sure you're getting the best flight deals around, here are a few tips to keep your wallet happy:

  • Consider other airports to save cash. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then click on the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will show you any available options.
  • If you're flexible with your schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. It'll show the flight deals for the days before and after your chosen departure. Fares often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • To filter your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Reserve your fare as soon as you've decided on your travel dates. While you can get lucky once in a while, airfares rarely drop in price as your departure date approaches.
  • Combine your flights, hotels and car rental into a package deal and score great discounts. Save your hard-earned dollars for things you're really excited about, like exploring every corner of Istanbul.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if you can. By avoiding school vacations and summer, you can save loads on your airfares.

How long is a flight to Istanbul?
Depending on where you leave from, your flight to Istanbul could be an hour or more. Below are the average flight times for some of the top domestic routes:

  • Antalya (AYT-Antalya Intl.) to Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) - 1 hour and 25 minutes
  • Ankara (ESB-Esenboga) to Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) - 1 hour and 9 minutes
  • Izmir (ADB-Adnan Menderes) to Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) - 1 hour and 14 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?
Book in January, February or August for unbeatable fares to Istanbul. Once you've found a bargain, snap it up — cheap flights tend to pop up and then vanish in the click of a mouse.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Istanbul?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase tickets to Istanbul. The vacation of your dreams starts with an impressive flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Istanbul?
If you're on the hunt for cheap flights to Istanbul, depart at the start of the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the most affordable day to fly out, followed by Tuesday. Saturday has the most expensive fares, so avoid flying on this day and do your wallet a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?
To pick up cheap flights to Istanbul, pack your suitcase and fly out in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally an excellent month to save loads on your ticket. If you want to jet to Istanbul in June, it's worth keeping in mind that this is the most expensive time of year to travel.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans change and flexibility matters. That's why you can search for flights that include free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Simply click on "Filter by flexible change policies" and we'll find you fares more flexible than candy in a hot car!
What do I need for the flight to Istanbul?
The trick to having a smooth and stress-free flight is to arrive prepared. Below are a few useful tips to bear in mind before you set off:

  • You'll need proof of identification such as a valid passport. To avoid delays during check-in, make sure you reserve your tickets using the same name as your government-issued ID. It's worth having digital copies of your travel documents too, just in case!
  • Take a good book or a laptop crammed with your favorite TV shows — it'll help to pass time on your long journey to Istanbul. Or if you're hoping to get some rest, an eye mask will shield you from those bright cabin lights.
  • Cabin temperatures can get real chilly. Bring a sweater even if you're heading off during the peak of summer.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Istanbul?
If you think a business or first-class ticket is out of your price range, think again. Here are some practical tips to help you score a premium flight to Istanbul for a whole lot less:

  • Flexibility doesn't just help with your yoga. Avoid locking in your travel dates so you can pick up more affordable airfares when a sale comes along.
  • Low-cost airlines offer first or business-class seating at a fraction of the normal price. Skip the full-service carriers and fly with one these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade with your frequent flyer points.

What is the best time to go to Istanbul?
You'll have tons of fun whatever time of year you decide to visit Istanbul, but May, August and September are when this place is at its busiest. Like to fill up your schedule with lots of warm-weather activities? Book your vacation close to June 20. This is when summertime starts in the Northern Hemisphere. Expect the mercury to hover between 70 ºF and 80 ºF during this time of year.

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Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.