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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport from £171

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 May 2026.

Sun 13/1216:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop19h 15m
SAUDIA
Fri 1/122:25
IST
-
AUH
2 stops14h 30m
SAUDIA
Deal found 8/5£206
Wed 17/609:05
AUH
-
IST
Nonstop5h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/914:10
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5£236
Sun 14/616:25
AUH
-
IST
2 stops23h 25m
SAUDIA
Mon 22/622:25
IST
-
AUH
1 stop16h 00m
SAUDIA
Deal found 10/5£250
Sun 14/608:40
AUH
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/914:10
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5£256
Thu 3/909:05
AUH
-
IST
Nonstop5h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/914:10
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5£258
Sun 5/716:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop19h 30m
SAUDIA
Fri 21/818:25
IST
-
AUH
2 stops18h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 8/5£263
Wed 17/616:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop22h 20m
SAUDIA
Thu 10/918:25
IST
-
AUH
2 stops18h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 10/5£264
Mon 15/601:30
AUH
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/618:45
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/5£266
Sat 13/601:30
AUH
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/618:45
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5£267
Wed 17/612:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop7h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/920:05
IST
-
AUH
1 stop7h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5£269
Tue 16/616:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop22h 20m
SAUDIA
Sat 12/918:25
IST
-
AUH
2 stops18h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 10/5£274
Tue 16/612:25
AUH
-
IST
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/914:10
IST
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£274

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£236

One-way from

£171

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£340

Good round-trip deal

£585 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/6-10/9
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 35m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 13/6

01:30-05:25

Nonstop4h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 22/6

18:45-00:25

Nonstop4h 40m

£267

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 16/6

05:45-18:35

1 stop13h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 15/9

13:45-21:15

1 stop6h 30m

£288
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 13/6

08:40-12:35

Nonstop4h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 11/9

14:10-19:45

Nonstop4h 35m

£304

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/6

09:05-13:05

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 12/9

14:10-19:45

Nonstop4h 35m

£330

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/6

09:05-13:05

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 11/9

14:10-19:45

Nonstop4h 35m

£330

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 15/6

09:05-13:05

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 8/9

14:10-19:45

Nonstop4h 35m

£371

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 15/6

09:05-13:05

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 15/9

14:10-19:45

Nonstop4h 35m

£371

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 5/7

23:50-15:05

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 22/8

06:15-18:35

1 stop11h 20m

£374

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 5/7

23:50-05:15

1 stop6h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 23/8

05:45-23:05

1 stop16h 20m

£374

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 5/7

23:50-05:15

1 stop6h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 19/8

06:15-18:35

1 stop11h 20m

£374

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of £188). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 11 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport, such as Turkish Airlines,Etihad Airways, andPegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,359 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,359 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,359 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,436 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,359 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,359 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2026

DEN - IST

The seat assignments that were booked well in advance and paid extra for were all changed and incorrect. This includes the bassinet we requested at time of booking being unavailable and the row we selected not being in the bassinet aisle.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) if they book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. On average, Zayed Intl has 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 3 airlines. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Abu Dhabi’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport can take about 4h 55m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £267. The distance between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul Airport is about 1887 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Pegasus Airlines, at £106, was found to be the cheapest airline from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Abu Dhabi, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Garuda Indonesia (24%), Air Serbia (10%), Etihad Airways( 7%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £585, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £274. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around £170.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of £188). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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