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Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to Istanbul (IST)

AKL — IST
déc. 26 — janv. 21
ven. 12/26
ven. 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Istanbul are usually found in October or March, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 novembre 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,138
Provider with most accurate pricing for Auckland Intl-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Compare providers for flights from Auckland to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to Istanbul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Auckland-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Auckland-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland 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 Auckland to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul Airport (average of $843). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 AKL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 novembre 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 34% 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 novembre 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Istanbul Airport, such as China Southern, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,063 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland 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 Auckland to Istanbul?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Auckland Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Auckland airport to Istanbul. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city center.

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

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $803. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,109 and $1,219, respectively. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Istanbul Airport for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul Airport (average of $843). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 3 airlines flying from Auckland to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 novembre 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$803Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,219Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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