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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport from £102

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — IST
27 May — 3 Jun1
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 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday 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 27 April 2026.

Sun 3/517:10
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 05m
Lufthansa
Fri 8/513:55
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/4£151
Thu 11/619:00
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/607:55
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4£154
Mon 8/619:00
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/611:30
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/4£155
Tue 19/520:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Air Serbia
Thu 21/504:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 24/4£156
Thu 17/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Thu 8/1004:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 24/4£157
Tue 19/520:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Air Serbia
Wed 3/604:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 23/4£157
Thu 4/620:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop6h 20m
Air Serbia
Thu 11/604:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 22/4£158
Fri 5/619:00
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/611:30
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£160
Tue 5/508:55
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 05m
Lufthansa
Thu 7/505:40
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/4£164
Fri 5/615:05
FRA
-
IST
Nonstop3h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 13/611:30
IST
-
FRA
Nonstop3h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£165
Thu 10/920:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Air Serbia
Sat 12/904:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 25/4£169
Mon 8/620:20
FRA
-
IST
1 stop18h 35m
Air Serbia
Tue 16/604:30
IST
-
FRA
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 24/4£170

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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£151

One-way from

£102

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£191

Good round-trip deal

£603 or less

Good one-way deal

£391 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 14/6-17/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 18/9

20:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 21/9

04:30-09:00

1 stop5h 30m

£158
Fastest return journey

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 28/5

19:00-23:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 23/6

15:30-17:35

Nonstop3h 05m

£178

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 15/5

18:40-01:20

1 stop5h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 4/6

04:25-14:20

1 stop10h 55m

£180

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/6

20:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

04:30-09:00

1 stop5h 30m

£192

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 23/8

20:20-03:40

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 11/9

04:30-09:00

1 stop5h 30m

£192

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 7/6

20:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£193

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/7

09:50-03:40

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 13/7

16:40-09:00

1 stop17h 20m

£205

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 16/5

09:50-15:55

1 stop5h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 19/6

04:30-09:00

1 stop5h 30m

£205

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 23/5

18:40-01:20

1 stop5h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

04:25-22:05

1 stop18h 40m

£222

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/6

20:20-15:55

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

15:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

£225

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Cheapflights Insights

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 58 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 £139). 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 27 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% 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 April 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. Monday 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?

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 27 April 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
4,337 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,337 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,337 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,956 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,337 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,337 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.

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 3h. The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport is about 1141 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Lufthansa, at £76, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport for 59% 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?

    £56 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: LATAM Airlines (77%), United Airlines (67%), Turkish Airlines (56%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £96. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Istanbul) can be booked for £178 on average, our data indicates £568 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 £139). 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£76Average£190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£89Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£137Average£168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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