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Cheap flights from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport from £90

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWL — IST
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cardiff to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cardiff (CWL) 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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£300

One-way from

£90

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£434
KLM
  • KLM
  • 6/3-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Cardiff to Istanbul
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16/2
  • 16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 50m total
  • Cardiff to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£85 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Cardiff to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cardiff to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Fri 6/317:15
CWL
-
IST
1 stop20h 40m
KLM
Sun 8/317:55
IST
-
CWL
1 stop18h 55m
KLM
Deal found 18/1£300
Mon 25/517:15
CWL
-
IST
1 stop6h 05m
KLM
Sat 30/517:20
IST
-
CWL
1 stop17h 55m
KLM
Deal found 19/1£324
Mon 16/223:30
CWL
-
IST
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/213:45
IST
-
CWL
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£371
Fri 6/312:30
CWL
-
IST
1 stop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/311:45
IST
-
CWL
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£398
Mon 25/517:15
CWL
-
IST
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/504:25
IST
-
CWL
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1£465

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Cardiff

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Depart

Return

Price

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Fri 6/3

17:15-16:55

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 8/3

17:55-09:50

1 stop18h 55m

£300

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Mon 25/5

17:15-01:20

1 stop6h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

17:20-09:15

1 stop17h 55m

£324

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Mon 16/2

23:30-14:00

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 23/2

13:45-23:05

1 stop12h 20m

£371

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Fri 6/3

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 8/3

11:45-09:50

2 stops25h 05m

£398

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Mon 25/5

17:15-01:20

1 stop6h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

04:25-09:15

2 stops30h 50m

£465

CardiffIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Mon 16/2

23:30-23:20

2 stops20h 50m

£90

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Deals found on 17/1

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport (average of £49). Flying from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £120). 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.

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 19 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,441 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,441 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,441 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul, you will be flying from Cardiff Wales. Cardiff Wales (CWL) is just 9.1 mi from the center of the city. Cardiff Wales is the only Cardiff airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 1 airline has flights to Istanbul from Cardiff Wales on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport in 20h 40m. Fly via KLM to get the fastest option. There are 1664 mi between Cardiff and Istanbul Airport.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £257. KLM is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cardiff to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport (average of £49). Flying from Cardiff to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £120). 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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KLMCheapest£257Average£413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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