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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia

IST — ECN
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Nicosia Ercan are usually found in December or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Nicosia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Nicosia (ECN). 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 16 August 2025.

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September

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£117
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Nicosia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nicosia from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Nicosia. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 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 Istanbul Airport to Nicosia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia (average of £246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £431). 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 IST to ECN?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Nicosia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Nicosia. 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 16 August 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Nicosia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nicosia. 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 Nicosia. Reviews last updated 16 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia, such as Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,942 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,942 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,942 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,942 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Nicosia. 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 into for flights to Nicosia from Istanbul?

    Nicosia Ercan (ECN), located 8.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Nicosia. 3 airlines have flights to Ercan from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Nicosia Ercan should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia round-trip from £39. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ajet, from £41, and Turkish Airlines, from £134. Pegasus Airlines is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia (average of £246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Nicosia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £431). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Nicosia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Nicosia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£39Average£72FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AjetCheapest£41Average£87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£134Average£224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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