Cheap Flights to Istanbul Airport

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel to Istanbul Airport next month, return fares start from $1,986. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$1,685 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,685, select.

Istanbul.$1,788 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 21 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,788, select.

Istanbul.$1,789 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Christchurch on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,789, select.

Istanbul.$1,799 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,799, select.

Istanbul.$1,806 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,806, select.

Istanbul.$1,810 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,810, select.

Istanbul.$1,810 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,810, select.

Istanbul.$1,822 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,822, select.

Istanbul.$1,829 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,829, select.

Istanbul.$1,844 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,844, select.

Istanbul.$1,844 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,844, select.

Istanbul.$1,844 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Qantas and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,844, select.

Istanbul.$1,866 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,866, select.

Istanbul.$1,889 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,889, select.

Istanbul.$1,910 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,910, select.

Istanbul.$1,922 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,922, select.

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Airports near Istanbul

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30km from central Istanbul

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,685.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul is usually January.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Istanbul Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Zealand and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight to Istanbul is $1,685. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Istanbul Airport is Sunday, 31 January 2027.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Istanbul with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying to Istanbul

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,685
Cheapest month to fly	January

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How to find cheap flights to Istanbul Airport (IST)

Right now, $1,103 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Istanbul Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to IST for $1,685.
Book at the right time with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to IST goes up or down.
Avoid leaving things to the last moment. You're more likely to lock in the lowest price on tickets to Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located, if you book in advance. Airlines generally offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Check the 'Add nearby airports' filter and broaden your search for cheap flights to Istanbul. This will list every airport around your departure and arrival points.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are usually cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Istanbul Airport.

Best time to go to Istanbul

You can typically jump on the cheapest flight to Istanbul in May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to IST that fits your itinerary and budget.
Travel to Istanbul in August if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to IST, but also when fares are typically more expensive.
February is the quietest period of the year to visit if you want a slower pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Istanbul then.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Istanbul is warmest in July, with averages of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 2ºC to 11ºC.
July gives you the best chance of sunshine. With two days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Istanbul.
It's rainiest in January, which gets around eight days of wet weather.

Travelling to Istanbul Airport (IST): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and travel to Istanbul in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Istanbul Airport with one of these popular airlines:
You'll be touching down in the UTC+3 timezone at IST.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfy hotels near Istanbul Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to IST:
Istanbul Airport is located in Istanbul, Istanbul Province, Türkiye (Turkey).

Getting to central Istanbul from Istanbul Airport (IST)

Central Istanbul is about 40 kilometres from IST.
Once you've landed from your flight to IST, driving to the centre will take around 45 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Istanbul has you covered when it comes to a place to stay. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to add to your short list:

Istanbul highlights

Put these popular attractions high on your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to Istanbul:
- Hagia Sophia Museum: Around 0.16 kilometres east of the centre in Fatih, this landmark is a memorable introduction to what the city has to offer.
- Ibb Rose Garden: Make your way to this park when you're craving a slower moment in Istanbul. It's roughly 8 kilometres southeast of the centre in Kadıköy.
- Hagia Sophia History Museum: Want more reasons to visit Istanbul? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 0.32 kilometres southwest of the city centre in Fatih.

How to get to Bursa from Istanbul Airport (IST)

Headed to the nearby city of Bursa? It's about 193 kilometres from IST. It'll take you around 2 hours 10 minutes to get there by taxi or ride-share.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Gebze

Gebze is another city that you can easily reach from Istanbul Airport. It's around 80 kilometres away.
It takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so to drive to Gebze.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Türkiye (Turkey) has plenty more waiting for you. Venture on to Bursa, located about 121 kilometres south of Istanbul. Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar are a few of its must-sees. Bursa Yenisehir Airport (YEI) is the city's most convenient major airport.