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Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Istanbul (IST) from $493

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 5/13. 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.
LEX — IST
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 May 1, 2024.

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November

Round-trip from

$925

One-way from

$742
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Lexington to Istanbul Airport?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Lexington to Istanbul Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Istanbul Airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport?

Flights from Lexington to Istanbul Airport lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at $708.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport (LEX - IST)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap British Airways flights from Lexington to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Lexington and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from Lexington to Istanbul. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 10/91:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 10/308:05 amIST - LEX
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$989
Wed 10/91:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 10/308:05 amIST - LEX
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,015
Thu 5/235:06 pmLEX - IST
2 stops24h 29mBritish Airways
Mon 5/278:25 amIST - LEX
2 stops21h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,544

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Lexington to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Lexington and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Qatar Airways flights traveling from Lexington to Istanbul. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sat 9/285:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops42h 23mQatar Airways
Sun 10/68:05 pmIST - LEX
2 stops45h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,096
Wed 5/225:06 pmLEX - IST
2 stops30h 14mQatar Airways
Sat 5/258:05 pmIST - LEX
2 stops33h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,964
Thu 5/235:06 pmLEX - IST
2 stops35h 39mQatar Airways
Sat 5/258:05 pmIST - LEX
2 stops33h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$2,427

Cheap Lexington to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Lexington to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 1, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 5/206:13 pmLEX - IST
2 stops20h 07mLufthansa
Wed 5/296:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,235
Mon 5/202:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/266:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,345
Mon 5/202:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 57mLufthansa
Mon 5/276:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,370
Wed 5/222:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 02mLufthansa
Wed 5/296:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,405
Tue 5/212:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Wed 5/291:45 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,413
Tue 5/212:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Sun 5/261:10 pmIST - LEX
3 stops31h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,447
Wed 5/222:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,480
Tue 5/212:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops24h 17mLufthansa
Wed 5/296:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,500
Mon 5/202:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/256:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,514

Lexington to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Lexington and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 10/91:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 10/308:05 amIST - LEX
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$989
Wed 10/91:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 10/308:05 amIST - LEX
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,015
Sat 9/285:12 pmLEX - IST
2 stops42h 23mQatar Airways
Sun 10/68:05 pmIST - LEX
2 stops45h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,096
Sat 12/72:00 pmLEX - IST
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/118:45 amIST - LEX
2 stops21h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,106
Mon 5/206:13 pmLEX - IST
2 stops20h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,235
Mon 5/202:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/266:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,345
Mon 5/202:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops19h 57mLufthansa
Mon 5/276:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,370
Wed 5/222:03 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 02mLufthansa
Wed 5/296:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,405
Tue 5/212:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Wed 5/291:45 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,413

One-way flights to Istanbul from Lexington

Search for one-way flight options from Lexington to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Lexington to Istanbul, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users can also find round-trip Lexington to Istanbul flights by using the search form above.
Mon 5/139:42 pmLEX - IST
2 stops47h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$493
Mon 5/139:42 pmLEX - IST
3 stops43h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$567
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - IST
2 stops41h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$573
Sat 5/1111:50 amLEX - IST
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$587
Sun 5/1211:19 amLEX - IST
3 stops57h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$623
Thu 5/911:19 amLEX - IST
3 stops57h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$646
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - IST
3 stops43h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$649
Sat 5/1111:50 amLEX - IST
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$662
Sun 5/126:13 pmLEX - IST
2 stops41h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$740

Find flights from Lexington to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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$989 - $2,045

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Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/9

2 stops19h 58m

Istanbul

Wed 10/30

2 stops19h 50m

$989

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/9

2 stops19h 58m

Istanbul

Wed 10/30

2 stops19h 50m

$1,015

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 9/28

2 stops42h 23m

Istanbul

Sun 10/6

2 stops45h 21m

$1,096

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/9

3 stops17h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 10/30

3 stops33h 05m

$1,106

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 5/20

2 stops20h 07m

Istanbul

Tue 5/28

2 stops22h 52m

$1,235

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 5/20

2 stops16h 02m

Istanbul

Sun 5/26

2 stops22h 52m

$1,345

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 5/20

2 stops19h 57m

Istanbul

Mon 5/27

2 stops22h 52m

$1,370

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 5/22

2 stops16h 02m

Istanbul

Wed 5/29

2 stops22h 52m

$1,405

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/9

2 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 10/29

2 stops27h 18m

$2,045

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Deals found on 5/1

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Lexington to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lexington to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from Lexington to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Lexington to Istanbul is currently $616 while a round-trip flight costs $1,290. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul Airport (average of $925). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,442). 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.

January

$968

February

$940

March

$984

April

$1,026

May

$1,112

June

$1,442

July

$1,303

August

$1,189

September

$1,067

October

$1,000

November

$925

December

$969

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

41 - 73.4 °F

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 May 1, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Lexington to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, Qatar Airways and Air Canada. 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.
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,044 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,452 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,707 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) if they book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul. On average, Blue Grass has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 3 airlines. Lexington Blue Grass is conveniently located just 5.6 mi from Lexington’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Lexington to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Lexington to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just $989, but on average you can expect to pay $1,383.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Lexington to Istanbul Airport is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $989 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Air Canada, starting at $1,096 and $1,106 round-trip. British Airways is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Lexington to Istanbul Airport are United Airlines ($740), British Airways ($820), and Turkish Airlines ($1,721).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport?

    When booking a flight from Lexington to Istanbul Airport, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, British Airways or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does LEX to IST mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Istanbul Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LEX to IST flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Lexington to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Lexington to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Lexington to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Lexington to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Lexington to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Lexington to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The Lexington to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/1.

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