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Cheap flights to Istanbul from $442 One Way, $351 Round Trip

$351 return flights and $442 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.

Wed, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 31
JFK
New York
SAW
Istanbul
$627 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$627
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 9 from New York to Istanbul, returning Thu, Oct 31, priced at $627 found 16 hours ago
Sun, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 31
EWR
New York
SAW
Istanbul
$628 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$628
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 13 from New York to Istanbul, returning Thu, Oct 31, priced at $628 found 2 days ago
Tue, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 14
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$652 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$652
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 31 from New York to Istanbul, returning Tue, Jan 14, priced at $652 found 13 hours ago
Tue, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 3
EWR
New York
IST
Istanbul
$653 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$653
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 19 from New York to Istanbul, returning Tue, Dec 3, priced at $653 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 23 - Wed, Nov 6
EWR
New York
IST
Istanbul
$653 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$653
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Oct 23 from New York to Istanbul, returning Wed, Nov 6, priced at $653 found 1 day ago
Sun, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 30
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$657 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$657
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jan 12 from New York to Istanbul, returning Thu, Jan 30, priced at $657 found 13 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
FCOIstanbulAugust 3 to August 6$351
BEYIstanbulAugust 3 to August 12$354
BEYIstanbulAugust 3 to August 12$354
KWIIstanbulAugust 3 to August 7$367
STRIstanbulAugust 2 to August 4$402
DUSIstanbulAugust 4 to August 5$406
DUSIstanbulAugust 4 to August 5$406
CGNIstanbulAugust 4 to August 10$463
MUCIstanbulAugust 2 to August 5$466
FCOIstanbulAugust 3 to August 10$501
FCOIstanbulAugust 3 to August 10$501
TLVIstanbulAugust 2 to August 5$516
LGWIstanbulAugust 4 to August 10$620
TLVIstanbulAugust 3 to August 10$671
LGWIstanbulAugust 4 to August 10$766
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Istanbul Accommodation Deals

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $361 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$361
includes taxes & fees
$323 per night
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (935 reviews)
"Amazing stay and service as always at the Ritz Istanbul. This is my fourth time staying here and every time the service is top notch."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul, an IHG Hotel

InterContinental Istanbul, an IHG Hotel

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundable
The price is $181 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
$181
includes taxes & fees
$162 per night
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Convenient for a long flight overlay. But can't give a complete evaluation because of our short stay (arrived late in the evening and had to leave the next morning)."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024

InterContinental Istanbul, an IHG Hotel
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19, Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $327 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$327
includes taxes & fees
$292 per night
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
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Cityloft 161

Cityloft 161

Zümrüt Sokak, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $46 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$46
includes taxes & fees
$41 per night
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Bağdat Avenue ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent, nice staff"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Cityloft 161
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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass or similar
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
SUV Jeep Compass

Istanbul

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?
With 12 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 $351 this week to Istanbul, and increased to a peak of $766. Some lucky travelers flying out of New York (EWR) managed to secure one-way fares starting from just $442.
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.