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Flight deals from Auckland International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,763. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$1,683 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 8 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,683, select.

Istanbul.$1,688 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 18 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,688, select.

Istanbul.$1,694 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,694, select.

Istanbul.$1,699 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jul, returning Sat, 7 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 21 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,699, select.

Istanbul.$1,699 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,699, select.

Istanbul.$1,763 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,763, select.

Istanbul.$1,790 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,790, select.

Istanbul.$1,793 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May, returning Mon, 17 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,793, select.

Istanbul.$1,810 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,810, select.

Istanbul.$1,831 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,831, select.

Istanbul.$1,837 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 $1,837, select.

Istanbul.$1,841 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,841, select.

Istanbul.$1,843 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Sat, 29 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,843, select.

Istanbul.$1,843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,843, select.

Istanbul.$1,866 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 May, returning Wed, 9 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,866, select.

Istanbul.$1,883 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jun, returning Fri, 20 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,883, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Auckland International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

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Auckland to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,683
Cheapest month to fly	March

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Auckland International to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Istanbul is $1,683. 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 airlines fly direct from Auckland International to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Auckland International to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,683.

How many flights are there a week from Auckland International to Istanbul?

As of October 2026, there are no flights flying from Auckland International to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland International to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Istanbul is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, 4 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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

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.

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 from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul ten hours behind Auckland.
Your AKL to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AKL and IST:
- Dubai Airport
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

At the moment, $1,041 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,683. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from AKL to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)

Of the flights that depart from Auckland International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
Auckland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Book a hotel near IST if you're on a late Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the most popular month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Auckland International Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AKL to IST around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.