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$149+ Cheap flights from Istanbul

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JFK
Mar 29 — Apr 51
Sun 3/29
Sun 4/5
1 adult, Economy
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What to know about flights from Istanbul

Discover essential information about flights departing from Istanbul, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Istanbul airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated February 27, 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$33

Cheapest round-trip flight

$52

Cheapest airline

Pegasus Airlines

Most popular destination

London Heathrow (LHR)
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul is currently to London Gatwick.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul is currently to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt.
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On average, Pegasus Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul (avg. price of $88).
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London Heathrow (LHR) is currently the most popular flight destination from Istanbul (average round-trip price of $1,345).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:30 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop14h 05m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 5/1612:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop24h 20m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/25$436
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Fri 5/81:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 5/1412:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/25$441
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/141:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 8/2212:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/25$447
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/12:20 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop17h 20m
China Southern
Sat 6/63:55 pm
BKK
-
IST
1 stop19h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 2/27$457
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/31:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 7/1112:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/23$462
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/83:35 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop20h 00m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 4/2312:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/27$467
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 4/2512:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/26$469
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Fri 4/101:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 4/1612:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/24$474
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:45 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop21h 50m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 4/2312:10 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop24h 20m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/26$476
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Thu 4/231:00 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop17h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Thu 5/72:20 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop13h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/24$477
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Wed 4/221:00 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop17h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 5/2911:55 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop18h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/26$478
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Thu 4/231:00 pm
IST
-
BKK
1 stop17h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Tue 5/52:20 am
BKK
-
IST
1 stop13h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/26$481

Find flights from Istanbul within your budget

 
Find flights departing from Istanbul that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on February 27, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulBangkok

IST - BKK

ISTBKK

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

6:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 5/20

9:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$507

IstanbulBangkok

IST - BKK

ISTBKK

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

2:10 pm-10:20 am

1 stop16h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 5/3

8:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$508

IstanbulBangkok

IST - BKK

ISTBKK

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

6:15 pm-6:50 am

1 stop32h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$564

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

4:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

$567

IstanbulMiami

IST - MIA

ISTMIA

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

3:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Miami

Fri 4/17

9:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$583

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/30

10:20 pm-2:05 am

1 stop20h 45m

$602

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Thu 5/14

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/18

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$603

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Fri 5/15

3:45 am-7:25 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/30

10:20 pm-2:05 am

1 stop20h 45m

$613

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

4:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

$613

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 4/1

5:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/1

4:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

$626

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul (average of $424). Flying from Istanbul in August will prove the most costly (average of $554). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Istanbul would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at noon when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at noon when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Istanbul?

For flights departing from Istanbul check dates and pricing for the following: Turkish Airlines, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Delta. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $43
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
From $25
Ajet
Ajet
From $22
British Airways
British Airways
From $201

Airline reviews for flights from Istanbul

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Istanbul. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Istanbul travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on February 27, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,238 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,815 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,772 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Istanbul. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated February 27, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Istanbul?

    Istanbul airport offers the cheapest routes to Atlanta, from $23; whereas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to New York, from $631. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul?

    September is currently the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Istanbul?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Istanbul to embark to:
    Fly from Istanbul to Ankara from $23 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Madrid from $160 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Rome from $160 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Cairo from $199 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Paris from $226 round trip

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