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$136+ 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 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
jul. 5 — jul. 121
sáb. 7/5
sáb. 7/12
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 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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 junio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$266
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402

Good round-trip deal

$432 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 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 junio 30, 2025.

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jue. 8/148:05 amAUH - IST
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/212:10 pmIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$266
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sáb. 7/269:05 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEtihad Airways
dom. 8/107:30 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/30$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 7/167:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 00mTurkish Airlines
lun. 7/217:00 pmIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/30$347

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Abu Dhabi

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Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

jue. 8/14

8:05 am-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Istanbul

jue. 8/21

2:10 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$266

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

sáb. 7/26

9:05 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

dom. 8/10

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$333

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

mié. 7/16

7:15 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

lun. 7/21

7:00 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$347

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dom. 7/13

8:05 am-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$136

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

lun. 8/11

1:35 am-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$216

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

mié. 7/30

2:15 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$219

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

mar. 8/5

1:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$226

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

lun. 8/4

3:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop33h 00m

$239

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Deals found on 6/28

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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 junio 30, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 30, 2025.

The most flights from AUH to IST are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 junio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Royal Jordanian 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
1,224 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

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
1,224 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

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
3,884 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

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.
Royal Jordanian
6.8
Okay
406 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

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.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
478 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi 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 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.

  • 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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $333 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at $347. Etihad Airways is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $216. Etihad Airways flights start at $219 while deals on Royal Jordanian start at $226 one-way.

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

    Consider Garuda Indonesia (87%), Air Serbia (85%) or ANA (80%) 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 $429, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $231. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $170.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest$91Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$112Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$120Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$267Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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