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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport from £218

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in May or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£280

One-way from

£218

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£336

Good round-trip deal

£318 or less

Good one-way deal

£244 or less
3/5-4/5
  • 3/5-4/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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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 30 April 2025.

Fri 2/502:20AUH - IST
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/522:25IST - AUH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£274
Sat 14/616:25AUH - IST
1 stop11h 45mSAUDIA
Fri 27/622:25IST - AUH
1 stop16h 00mSAUDIA
Deal found 29/4£285
Mon 5/500:05AUH - IST
1 stop16h 15mGulf Air
Fri 9/505:45IST - AUH
1 stop11h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 29/4£324
Mon 5/502:15AUH - IST
Nonstop4h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 9/507:30IST - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4£456
Wed 18/601:35AUH - IST
Nonstop4h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/600:40IST - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£499
Mon 12/502:15AUH - IST
2 stops15h 45mLufthansa
Tue 20/517:55IST - AUH
1 stop11h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4£986
Mon 16/622:00AUH - IST
1 stop31h 55mGaruda Indonesia
Thu 26/601:55IST - AUH
1 stop26h 55mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 29/4£1,516

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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 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Abu Dhabi

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Price

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 3/5

09:00-21:10

2 stops13h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

22:25-21:20

2 stops21h 55m

£280

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/6

16:25-03:10

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 3/7

04:45-13:35

1 stop7h 50m

£285

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

00:05-15:20

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 9/5

05:45-18:35

1 stop11h 50m

£324

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

02:15-06:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 9/5

07:30-13:05

Nonstop4h 35m

£456

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/6

01:35-05:30

Nonstop4h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 26/6

00:40-06:15

Nonstop4h 35m

£499

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 12/5

02:15-17:00

2 stops15h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 20/5

17:55-06:30

1 stop11h 35m

£986

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/6

22:00-04:55

1 stop31h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 26/6

01:55-05:50

1 stop26h 55m

£1,516

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/5

16:25-14:50

2 stops23h 25m

£218

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/5

23:45-06:20

1 stop7h 35m

£232

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/5

00:05-15:20

1 stop16h 15m

£241

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

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 76 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AUH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

The most flights from AUH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, such as Garuda Indonesia, Qatar Airways and SAUDIA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
611 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

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 4 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.

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

    SAUDIA, at £285, was found to be the cheapest airline from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Gulf Air and Etihad Airways.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    £218 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SAUDIA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Gulf Air, with prices starting from £232 and £241, respectively.

  • 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 (100%), Air Serbia (78%), ANA( 75%).

  • 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 £371, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £234. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around £435.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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