Cheap flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport from £129

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DOH — IST
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Doha to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Doha to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Sun 6/917:25
DOH
-
IST
1 stop8h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 11/903:30
IST
-
DOH
1 stop12h 55m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 26/1£243
Fri 13/322:35
DOH
-
IST
1 stop6h 45m
Gulf Air
Fri 20/306:05
IST
-
DOH
1 stop15h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£246
Sun 1/205:30
DOH
-
IST
1 stop10h 00m
Gulf Air
Fri 6/206:05
IST
-
DOH
1 stop11h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£255
Sat 14/205:30
DOH
-
IST
1 stop10h 00m
Gulf Air
Sun 1/316:20
IST
-
DOH
1 stop10h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£256
Mon 2/205:30
DOH
-
IST
1 stop10h 00m
Gulf Air
Sun 15/206:05
IST
-
DOH
1 stop15h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 26/1£258
Fri 20/222:35
DOH
-
IST
1 stop6h 45m
Gulf Air
Sun 1/316:20
IST
-
DOH
1 stop10h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£266
Sat 2/519:20
DOH
-
IST
1 stop9h 35m
Gulf Air
Tue 5/505:45
IST
-
DOH
1 stop15h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£270
Thu 29/111:25
DOH
-
IST
1 stop28h 05m
Gulf Air
Fri 6/206:05
IST
-
DOH
1 stop20h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/1£276
Thu 1/1003:55
DOH
-
IST
1 stop13h 20m
Air Arabia
Fri 9/1014:10
IST
-
DOH
1 stop29h 05m
Air Arabia
Deal found 27/1£277
Sun 5/703:55
DOH
-
IST
1 stop9h 25m
Air Arabia
Wed 29/714:10
IST
-
DOH
1 stop23h 55m
Air Arabia
Deal found 27/1£288

Find flight deals from Doha to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Doha (DOH) 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£246

One-way from

£129

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£242

Good round-trip deal

£834 or less

Good one-way deal

£326 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • Doha to Istanbul
Royal Jordanian
  • Royal Jordanian
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • Doha to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Doha 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 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Doha

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 14/2

05:30-15:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 23/2

16:20-10:25

1 stop18h 05m

£256

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 17/2

22:35-05:20

1 stop6h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

16:20-02:35

1 stop10h 15m

£256

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 14/2

05:30-15:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 28/2

16:20-02:35

1 stop10h 15m

£256

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 17/2

05:30-15:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

06:05-02:35

1 stop20h 30m

£256

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 16/2

05:30-15:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

06:05-17:30

1 stop11h 25m

£256

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Fri 20/2

05:30-15:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

06:05-17:15

1 stop11h 10m

£266

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 19/2

22:35-05:20

1 stop6h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

06:05-21:35

1 stop15h 30m

£266

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 2/5

19:20-04:55

1 stop9h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

05:45-21:30

1 stop15h 45m

£270

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 25/6

05:25-15:20

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 9/7

16:05-10:25

1 stop18h 20m

£273

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Wed 18/3

16:30-17:30

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

18:20-20:50

1 stop26h 30m

£319

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Doha to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Doha to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport (average of £103). Flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £169). 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 DOH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Doha 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 28 January 2026.

When flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 28 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andGulf Air from Doha to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) if they book a flight from Doha to Istanbul. On average, Hamad Intl has 15 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 airlines. Doha Hamad Intl is conveniently located just 5.4 mi from Doha’s city center.

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

    Gulf Air can get you from Doha to Istanbul Airport in just under 10h. Your travel time can differ by up to . Doha and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1713 mi.

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

    Flying on Pegasus Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £118. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £174 and £179, respectively. You may be able to fly from Doha to Istanbul Airport for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider RwandAir (81%), Japan Airlines (80%) or Cathay Pacific (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £613, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £309. The most popular route (Doha Hamad Intl - Istanbul), is priced around £236.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport (average of £103). Flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £169). 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£118Average£194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£179Average£313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Royal JordanianCheapest£194Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Gulf AirCheapest£195Average£224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£256Average£320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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