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$101+ Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (IST)

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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$222
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(SmartFares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$270

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/52:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/167:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/52:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/217:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$233
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:55 pmAUH - IST
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/237:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/52:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/168:50 pmIST - AUH
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:20 amAUH - IST
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/229:10 pmIST - AUH
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$241
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/272:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/127:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$246
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/52:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/207:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 10/62:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/218:50 pmIST - AUH
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/52:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/179:10 pmIST - AUH
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$253
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/127:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:05 amAUH - IST
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/79:25 pmIST - AUH
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$258

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 10/5

2:15 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$249

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 9/28

9:05 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 10/12

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$268

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 9/27

2:15 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$279

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 10/6

2:15 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$282

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/15

8:40 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

1:00 pm-1:05 am

1 stop11h 05m

$290

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 10/16

2:20 am-10:25 am

1 stop9h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/21

2:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$295

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 10/30

2:15 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

7:25 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$295

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/29

2:15 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$301

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 10/31

5:25 pm-6:00 am

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

9:25 pm-6:55 am

1 stop8h 30m

$305

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 9/30

9:05 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 10/11

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$306

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The best insider tips for Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport trip
Airlines
Etihad Airways

Economy passengers can bid on neighbor-free seats for extra space during the flight.


Business Class features lay-flat beds and Giorgio Armani amenity kits on long-haul flights.

Read more about Etihad Airwaysby Emily Zemler
Turkish Airlines

Economy passengers enjoy a travel set with sleep mask, ear plugs, and toiletries on long flights.


Business Class offers direct aisle access and seats that recline fully into a bed with privacy screens.

Read more about Turkish Airlinesby Jessica Macdonald
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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AUH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 64% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport. 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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Related info for your journey

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

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Zayed Intl; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Abu Dhabi airport to Istanbul. It is only a 17.4 mi journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Etihad Airways can get you from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in just under 5h. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul Airport is about 1887 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport is Air Arabia Abu Dhabi. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $91 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines, starting at $120 and $134 round-trip. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Air Serbia (100%), Garuda Indonesia (95%) or Etihad Airways (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $301, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $232.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest$91Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$120Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$134Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$209Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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