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

AKL — IST
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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

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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 September 15, 2025.

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October

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul

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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 September 12, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 September 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 35% 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 15, 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
110 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

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
110 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

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
3,624 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

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
3,968 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$803Average$1,086FlexibilityNo 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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