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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport from £76

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — IST
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£151

One-way from

£76

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£283

Good round-trip deal

£484 or less
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 29/7-26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 15m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 2/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 4 July 2025.

Tue 29/720:20FRA - IST
1 stop17h 35mAir Serbia
Tue 26/804:20IST - FRA
1 stop5h 40mAir Serbia
Deal found 2/7£151
Thu 18/907:05FRA - IST
Nonstop3h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/907:45IST - FRA
Nonstop3h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7£156
Mon 20/1017:20FRA - IST
Nonstop3h 00mLufthansa
Thu 30/1019:00IST - FRA
Nonstop3h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/7£167
Thu 11/914:25FRA - IST
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/907:00IST - FRA
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£193

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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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 29/7

20:20-14:55

1 stop17h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 26/8

04:20-09:00

1 stop5h 40m

£151

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 18/9

07:05-11:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 25/9

07:45-10:00

Nonstop3h 15m

£156

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 20/10

17:20-21:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 30/10

19:00-20:10

Nonstop3h 10m

£167

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 11/9

14:25-18:35

Nonstop3h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 13/9

07:00-19:00

1 stop13h 00m

£193

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/9

14:25-18:35

Nonstop3h 10m

£76

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/9

09:50-03:30

1 stop16h 40m

£95

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 4/12

06:55-16:55

1 stop8h 00m

£113

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 26/8

14:25-22:25

1 stop7h 00m

£119

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 22/7

10:25-23:50

1 stop12h 25m

£133

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/7

13:00-17:00

Nonstop3h 00m

£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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

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 73 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 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 4 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 29 June 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from FRA to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, KLM, andLOT 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,363 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,895 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,187 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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.

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

    Air Serbia, at £151, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport for 18% 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?

    £76 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Serbia and KLM, with prices starting from £95 and £113, 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: ANA (85%), LATAM Airlines (71%), United Airlines (68%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £344. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Istanbul) can be booked for £300 on average our data indicates £1,816 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£80Average£136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£85Average£277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£136Average£166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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