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Cheap flights to Istanbul from £281

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — IST
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
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Flights to Istanbul in 2024

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£163

Return from

£49

One-way from

£24
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From London to Istanbul
One-way flight from London to Istanbul

Cheap flights to Istanbul in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Istanbul in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Istanbul in March and April 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Wed 17/418:20JFK - SAW
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/400:10SAW - JFK
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£474
Tue 16/400:30JFK - SAW
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/413:30SAW - JFK
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£488
Wed 17/418:20JFK - SAW
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/413:30SAW - JFK
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£507
Tue 2/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/510:15SAW - JFK
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£507
Wed 3/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/409:10SAW - JFK
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£514
Sat 27/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/508:35SAW - JFK
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£524
Sat 6/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/409:10SAW - JFK
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£525
Thu 4/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/412:05SAW - JFK
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£528
Sat 30/301:30JFK - SAW
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/412:05SAW - JFK
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£532

Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Istanbul in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data were last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Istanbul in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 17/418:20JFK - SAW
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/400:10SAW - JFK
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£474
Tue 4/623:55JFK - SAW
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/610:35SAW - JFK
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£478
Sun 2/623:55JFK - SAW
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/610:35SAW - JFK
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£481
Sun 2/623:55JFK - SAW
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/610:35SAW - JFK
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£481
Tue 16/400:30JFK - SAW
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/413:30SAW - JFK
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£488
Wed 25/923:55JFK - SAW
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1007:55SAW - JFK
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£498
Wed 17/418:20JFK - SAW
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/413:30SAW - JFK
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£507
Tue 2/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/510:15SAW - JFK
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£507
Wed 3/400:30JFK - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/409:10SAW - JFK
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£514

Flights to Istanbul departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Istanbul, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Istanbul departing last-minute. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Mon 25/321:55JFK - IST
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 15/408:25IST - JFK
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3£740
Sun 24/319:29JFK - IST
2 stops22h 11mBritish Airways
Sat 6/420:05IST - JFK
1 stop29h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3£743
Mon 25/319:30JFK - SAW
1 stop12h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 5/414:40SAW - JFK
1 stop13h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3£745
Mon 25/322:25JFK - IST
1 stop11h 30mDelta
Wed 3/406:45IST - JFK
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Deal found 17/3£748
Wed 27/317:50EWR - IST
1 stop16h 15mDelta
Wed 3/406:45IST - EWR
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Deal found 18/3£749
Mon 25/317:30JFK - IST
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Thu 11/406:45IST - JFK
1 stop13h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/3£749
Mon 25/315:10JFK - IST
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Tue 2/406:45IST - JFK
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Deal found 17/3£752
Tue 26/315:10JFK - IST
2 stops19h 00mDelta
Wed 3/406:45IST - JFK
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Deal found 18/3£752
Tue 26/309:23EWR - IST
2 stops24h 47mDelta
Wed 3/406:45IST - EWR
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Deal found 18/3£753

One-way flights to Istanbul

Explore one-way flight options to Istanbul for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Istanbul. Those seeking round-trip flights to Istanbul should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sat 7/923:55JFK - SAW
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£281
Sun 1/901:30JFK - SAW
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£286
Wed 19/600:30JFK - IST
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£289
Thu 20/618:20JFK - IST
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£292
Tue 27/812:45JFK - SAW
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£294
Wed 19/601:30JFK - IST
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£294
Sun 5/523:55JFK - SAW
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£296
Thu 20/600:30JFK - IST
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£299
Sat 22/600:30JFK - IST
2 stops52h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£306

Direct flights to Istanbul

Tue 10/906:55JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/907:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£715
Mon 29/400:20JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 20/507:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£727
Sun 8/921:50BOS - IST
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/916:15IST - BOS
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3£737
Thu 12/906:55JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/907:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£747
Sat 14/906:55JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/1007:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3£753
Fri 13/906:55JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/907:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£755
Thu 25/412:40JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 20/507:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£759
Mon 29/400:20JFK - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 25/507:05IST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£767
Mon 6/521:50BOS - IST
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 17/516:15IST - BOS
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3£768

Find flights to Istanbul within your budget

Locate flights to Istanbul that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

£474 - £733

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Depart

Return

Price

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 17/4

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 23/4

2 stops29h 05m

£474

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/7

1 stop12h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 6/9

1 stop16h 35m

£679

Boston Logan IntlIstanbul

BOS - IST

BOSIST

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 6/5

1 stop20h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 17/5

1 stop13h 15m

£690

Chicago O'Hare IntlIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/9

1 stop15h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 2/10

2 stops19h 55m

£694

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/4

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 21/4

1 stop26h 00m

£703

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 24/8

1 stop12h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 14/9

1 stop19h 55m

£712

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/9

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 18/9

Nonstop10h 40m

£715

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 12/9

2 stops19h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 24/9

2 stops24h 33m

£720

New York John F Kennedy IntlIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 3/5

2 stops18h 05m

£733

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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Istanbul is currently £293 while a return flight costs £680. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Istanbul (average of £150). Flying to Istanbul in August will prove the most costly (average of £439). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£118

February

£132

March

£132

April

£154

May

£161

June

£184

July

£238

August

£345

September

£192

October

£186

November

£139

December

£129

Peak Season:

The main tourist season runs from April to the end of October, with the busiest period July and August. Flights to Istanbul are most expensive during these peaks months so it’s best to search for flights as early as you can to try and save some money. If you travel in June or July you might catch the International Music Festival which is held in the city. It showcases classical music, opera, ballet and traditional music performances. To try and find the cheapest flights to Istanbul, you’ll have to search well in advance.

Off Season:

The winter tends to be very wet and cold so tourism is at a low, that being said you’ll find cheap flights to Istanbul and get good hotel deals too. September to October has mild weather and less tourists than the peak summer months. Flights to Istanbul are generally cheaper too. There is the Tulip Festival in either March or April which lasts for 10-15 days and the last two weeks of March has the International Istanbul Film Festival. Flights to Istanbul will vary around these events so book earlier on in the year to save money on your flight tickets.

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

To find the cheapest flights to Istanbul, try to book as early as 8 weeks before you wish to travel. Sometimes you might grab a deal on flight tickets 2 weeks before departure, although generally 6-8 weeks is the sweet spot. After this the prices will rise more the closer it gets to the day of travel. If you don’t have a specific date you want to travel then you can shop around for your flight tickets to grab the best prices. January and February offer the cheapest flights to Istanbul so if you book at least a few weeks before you should be able to save money. Sitting on the left side of the plane gives you the best views as you approach Istanbul, although this is dependable on the wind and air traffic congestion.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Istanbul should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Wizz Air UK, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

8.1
Very Good
933 reviews
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

7.8
Good
1,720 reviews
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

7.6
Good
1,910 reviews
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

7.6
Good
246 reviews
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

7.5
Good
3,799 reviews
8.1
Very Good
933 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Too many changes of the hours of the flight The worst experience I need my money back 4 am flight Even Ryanair is better than you at this

Istanbul airport overview

Ataturk International Airport in Istanbul claims to be the airport serving the most non-European routes in 2011. Like Istanbul, Ataturk Airport is a meeting-point between east and west. Ataturk International Airport is a major air hub for the region and is one of the top 20 busiest airports in the world.

Passengers travelling through Ataturk International Airport will be pleased to know that the airport has a great selection of duty-free shops including tobacconists, perfume shops and many name brand stores such as Hugo Boss, D&G, DKNY, Dior, Armani, Gucci, Guess and Prada. What better way to keep yourself entertained between flights or while waiting for your flight than to embark on a shopping extravaganza?

Most airlines from across the world offer flights to Istanbul. Low-cost carriers such as Atlasjet, Pegasus Airlines, IZair and Sky Airlines all offer cheap flights to Ataturk International Airport. Ataturk is also the main hub for the national carrier Turkish Airlines, which flies to destinations including Amsterdam, Birmingham, Cape Town and Chicago as well as Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, and Paris.

The airport was designed with Istanbul’s unique East-meets-West history in mind. This is particularly evident in the architecture of the building, such as the intricate mosaic tiling of the airport floors. It serves as a great introduction to the beautiful Ottoman architecture in Istanbul.

  • How long is the flight to Istanbul?

    Flights from London (All airports) to Istanbul – 3 hours 45 minutes Flights from Manchester to Istanbul – 4 hours 0 minutes Flights from Birmingham to Istanbul – 3 hours 55 minutes Flights from Glasgow to Istanbul – 5 hours 50 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Istanbul?

    Depending on where you’re flying out from, the airline will vary. The main ones that operate the route are KLM, Air France, British Airways and Turkish Airlines. One option is choosing KLM for one direction and Air France for the return flight, giving you the cheapest flights to Istanbul due to the competitive prices.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    The busier of the two airports is Istanbul Atatürk Airport, this is 23km from the city on the European side of Turkey. The second, and newer airport, is located 30km away in the Asian side. All flights from the UK will fly to Istanbul Atatürk Airport though unless you specifically chose Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. The fastest way to leave to airport and get on your way is a taxi. There are taxis 24 hours a day outside the airport but can end up more expensive than alternative options. Havatas operate a bus from Istanbul Atatürk Airport to the city centre. It’s a great option if you have a lot of baggage as the buses have lots of room and are fitted with air-conditioning. You can opt to take the metro straight from the airport, the trams operate every 15 minutes or so but are almost always extremely busy, meaning if you do have a lot of luggage it might not be the best option.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Istanbul?

     If for any reason you’re having doubts about visiting Istanbul, take a look at 5 reasons to pay it a visit. An interesting fact that you might not know, Istanbul is the only country in the entire world that covers two continents: Europe and Asia. When you’re in Istanbul, make sure to go to Hagia Sofia before 10:45 to take part in a free walking tour across the city.

  • What does IST mean?

    Great question - IST just means Istanbul Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights! This flight destination has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ).

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