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Cheap flights to Istanbul from $100 One Way, $188 Round Trip

$188 return flights and $100 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.

Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13
STN
London
SAW
Istanbul
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from London to Istanbul, returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
STN
London
SAW
Istanbul
$190 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from London to Istanbul, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $190 found 6 days ago
Sun, Jun 7 - Sat, Jun 13
STN
London
SAW
Istanbul
$197 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select AJET flight, departing Sun, Jun 7 from London to Istanbul, returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $197 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
BEY
Beirut
SAW
Istanbul
$226 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $226 found 8 hours ago
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
STN
London
IST
Istanbul
$267 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from London to Istanbul, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $267 found 3 days ago
Fri, May 8 - Thu, May 14
BEY
Beirut
IST
Istanbul
$319 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Middle East Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Beirut to Istanbul, returning Thu, May 14, priced at $319 found 5 days ago
Tue, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 14
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$646 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$646
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 9 from New York to Istanbul, returning Sun, Mar 14, priced at $646 found 1 day ago
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
EWR
New York
IST
Istanbul
$687 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$687
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from New York to Istanbul, returning Wed, Oct 14, priced at $687 found 2 hours ago
Sun, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 11
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$697 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$697
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Sun, Mar 7 from New York to Istanbul, returning Thu, Mar 11, priced at $697 found 6 days ago
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 10
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$739 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$739
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 27 from New York to Istanbul, returning Wed, Feb 10, priced at $739 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3
JFK
New York
IST
Istanbul
$747 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$747
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 20 from New York to Istanbul, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $747 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
ORD
Chicago
IST
Istanbul
$762 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$762
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Wed, Jan 6 from Chicago to Istanbul, returning Tue, Jan 12, priced at $762 found 3 days ago

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Istanbul Accommodation Deals

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
$284 nightly
The price is $318 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$318 total
May 21 - May 22
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! (1,238 reviews)
Staff was helpful, but staff on the breakfast place and Sabrosa restaurant was Very slowly and didn’t casstomer focus.

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

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Elite World Istanbul Taksim

Elite World Istanbul Taksim

5 out of 5
Sehit Muhtar Caddesi No:42 Istanbul Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$125 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
The hotel looks great esthetically. The rooms are much smaller than what the pictures make them seem. Very dated. The AC didnt work consistently it would cool for 5 mins and blow warm humid air The rest of the day. No storage in the room for long stays. The showering amenities like shampoo are really ...

Reviewed on Apr 27, 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
$290 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$325 total
May 9 - May 10
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! (1,019 reviews)
Thank you, Ritz-Carlton Istanbul team. You made my stay wonderful!

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

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Titanic City Taksim

Titanic City Taksim

4 out of 5
Kocatepe Mahallesi Lamartin Caddesi Istanbul Beyoglu
$80 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$90 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
It is a nice property but they really need to sort their central heating as you cant change the setting and in the night the temperature goes up to 27 degrees. Not a single night I had a pleasant sleep!!!

Reviewed on May 3, 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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
SUV Jeep Compass

Istanbul

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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 $188 this week to Istanbul, and increased to a peak of $762. Some lucky travelers flying out of London (STN) managed to secure one-way fares starting from just $100.
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.