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$500+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — IST
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/11:53 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops24h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 11/76:30 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops22h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$883
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:05 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops28h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 10/203:45 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops27h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/26$893
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:59 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops23h 06m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/15:50 pm
IST
-
BUF
2 stops36h 54m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/26$944
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/266:50 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops17h 30m
British Airways
Sat 1/167:35 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops23h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 7/26$959
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/127:59 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops18h 16m
Lufthansa
Fri 9/183:45 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops22h 19m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/29$981
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:10 pm
BUF
-
IST
1 stop16h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/217:20 am
IST
-
BUF
1 stop14h 41m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/26$995
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:30 am
BUF
-
IST
2 stops23h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/83:45 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops26h 59m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/26$1,013
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/122:23 pm
BUF
-
IST
1 stop16h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/194:40 pm
IST
-
BUF
1 stop24h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,021
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/167:59 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops23h 06m
Lufthansa
Sun 8/233:45 am
IST
-
BUF
2 stops22h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/24$1,067
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:51 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops20h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 8/241:55 pm
IST
-
BUF
2 stops36h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,075
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/314:38 pm
BUF
-
IST
2 stops36h 17m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/91:45 pm
IST
-
BUF
2 stops40h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,082
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:12 am
BUF
-
IST
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 9/11:55 pm
IST
-
BUF
2 stops26h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,089

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$839
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$500
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,074
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($264 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sat 1/9

5:50 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 1/15

6:30 am-8:31 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$839

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sun 11/1

1:53 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Istanbul

Sat 11/7

6:30 am-8:51 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$883

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sat 9/12

7:59 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops18h 16m

Istanbul

Fri 9/18

3:45 am-7:04 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$981

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sat 9/12

2:23 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 47m

Istanbul

Sat 9/19

4:40 pm-10:09 am

1 stop24h 29m

$1,021

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sat 1/9

7:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 1/15

8:05 am-11:47 pm

1 stop23h 42m

$1,035

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Tue 8/18

2:26 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops23h 49m

Istanbul

Mon 8/24

1:55 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops34h 01m

$1,075

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Thu 8/27

6:12 am-1:00 pm

2 stops23h 48m

Istanbul

Tue 9/1

1:55 pm-9:28 am

2 stops26h 33m

$1,089
Quickest round-trip

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sun 11/1

12:10 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 11/7

7:30 pm-8:27 am

1 stop20h 57m

$1,092
Cheapest one-way

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Mon 8/31

10:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$500
Quickest one-way

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Wed 8/12

3:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$661

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/28

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Compare providers for flights from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 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 Buffalo-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Buffalo-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 Buffalo to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport (average of $576). Flying from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,440). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Buffalo to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $884 and $1,177 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $839 on United Airlines (Jan 9-Jan 15).

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 July 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,052 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul. On average, Buffalo has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 4 airlines. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport in 18h 16m. Fly via United Airlines or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. There are 5074 mi between Buffalo and Istanbul Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $546. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $633, and Delta, from $638. Users have found that British Airways is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport (average of $576). Flying from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,440). 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 Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$546Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$633Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$638Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$760Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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