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Flight deals from Mexico City to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mexico City to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$1,675 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,675, select.
Istanbul.$1,675 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,675, select.
Istanbul.$1,682 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,682, select.
Istanbul.$1,686 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,686, select.
Istanbul.$1,695 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,695, select.
Istanbul.$1,695 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,695, select.
Istanbul.$1,728 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,728, select.
Istanbul.$1,735 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,735, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
Feb
from $2,822
Mar
from $1,844
Apr
from $1,817
May
from $1,745
Jun
from $1,735
Jul
from $2,080
Aug
from $1,741
Sep
from $1,745
Oct
from $1,779
Nov
from $1,745
Dec
from $1,686
Jan
from $1,675

Mexico City to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

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34km from central Istanbul
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Mexico City to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,675
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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Finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mexico City to Istanbul is $1,675. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Mexico City to Istanbul. But we found flights with one stop from $1,675.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Mexico City to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 30 December 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mexico City and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is British Airways .

Travelling from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is nine hours ahead of Mexico City. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Mexico City to IST.

  • Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Mexico City to IST with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEX and IST include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from MEX.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Think about building a stopover into your journey at Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.

  • Unwind before your Mexico City to IST flight at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.

  • Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance of 67.58%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 32 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Currently, $1,009 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,675. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Mexico City to IST, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Affordable Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Mexico City to IST.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Istanbul. August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • Before locking in your Mexico City to IST flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

  • Your visit to Istanbul won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Eskisehir is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Adapazarı, about 153 kilometres east of Istanbul. Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami are among its highlights.

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