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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport from £95

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — IST
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 August 2026.

Sat 26/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Air Serbia
Mon 28/904:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 30/7£145
Mon 5/1020:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop18h 35m
Air Serbia
Sat 10/1004:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 29/7£146
Thu 17/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Fri 18/915:45
IST
-
FRA
1 stop4h 45m
Air Serbia
Deal found 2/8£147
Tue 15/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Thu 1/1004:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 31/7£148
Thu 24/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Mon 28/916:40
IST
-
FRA
1 stop17h 20m
Air Serbia
Deal found 2/8£150
Thu 3/919:00
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/907:55
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/8£155
Sat 26/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Sun 27/915:45
IST
-
FRA
1 stop18h 15m
Air Serbia
Deal found 30/7£158
Fri 2/1009:50
FRA
-
IST
1 stop16h 50m
Air Serbia
Tue 13/1004:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 28/7£159
Sun 27/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop18h 35m
Air Serbia
Tue 29/904:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 31/7£159
Sat 22/809:50
FRA
-
IST
1 stop16h 50m
Air Serbia
Tue 15/904:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 31/7£160
Wed 16/909:50
FRA
-
IST
1 stop16h 50m
Air Serbia
Thu 24/904:25
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 2/8£161
Wed 16/911:30
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/911:30
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/8£162

Find flight deals from Frankfurt to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£145

One-way from

£95

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£245

Good round-trip deal

£513 or less

Good one-way deal

£244 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/9-23/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 3 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/10

20:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 10/10

04:25-09:00

1 stop5h 35m

£146

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 24/9

09:50-03:40

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 27/9

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£146

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 4/10

20:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 11/10

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£148

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/9

09:50-15:55

1 stop5h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£148

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 5/9

20:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 26/9

04:25-09:00

1 stop5h 35m

£159

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 2/10

09:50-03:40

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 15/10

04:25-19:30

1 stop16h 05m

£159

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 4/10

20:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 10/10

04:25-09:00

1 stop5h 35m

£159

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 17/9

20:20-15:00

1 stop17h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£160

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 22/8

20:20-15:00

1 stop17h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 19/9

04:25-09:00

1 stop5h 35m

£173

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 27/12

20:25-17:00

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 7/1

17:45-09:05

1 stop17h 20m

£180

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £135). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £276). 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 FRA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 3 August 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £202 and £291 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £145 on Turkish Airlines (14 Sept–23 Sept).

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 3 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines,Lufthansa, andPegasus Airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,461 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,461 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,461 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,174 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,461 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
634 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,461 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport will take you 6h 20m. The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport is about 1141 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at £77, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Air Serbia and Pegasus Airlines. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    £59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Pegasus Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ajet and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from £60 and £62, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport on time: Sichuan Airlines (73%), South African (69%), Turkish Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £244. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Istanbul) can be booked for £168 on average, our data indicates £463 when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £135). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £276). 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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LufthansaCheapest£77Average£191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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