Istanbul

$413+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — IST
Dec 3 — Dec 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/16:30 pmORD - IST
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/88:55 amIST - ORD
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$696
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/238:00 amORD - IST
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:30 amIST - ORD
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$705
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/26:30 pmORD - IST
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:15 amIST - ORD
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$715
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 11/177:05 amORD - IST
3 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/241:10 pmIST - ORD
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$716
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/254:20 pmORD - IST
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/25:50 pmIST - ORD
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$719
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 12/211:50 amORD - IST
Nonstop10h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/107:35 amIST - ORD
Nonstop11h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2$720
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/181:25 pmORD - IST
2 stops18h 30mKLM
Sat 11/225:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop29h 25mKLM
Deal found 11/2$722
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop15h 30mKLM
Sun 12/74:50 amIST - ORD
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/3$723
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 11/2811:50 amORD - IST
Nonstop10h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/57:35 amIST - ORD
Nonstop11h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$724
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop15h 30mKLM
Tue 12/95:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop29h 25mKLM
Deal found 11/1$725
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/37:20 pmORD - IST
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/178:00 amIST - ORD
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$729
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:50 pmMDW - IST
2 stops18h 05mKLM
Mon 12/84:50 amIST - MDW
2 stops20h 44mKLM
Deal found 11/2$738

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$705
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$413
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$908

Good round-trip deal

$663 or less

Good one-way deal

$449 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Istanbul flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Istanbul flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($179 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

4:20 pm-12:10 am

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 12/2

5:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$719

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

8:20 pm-4:40 am

1 stop24h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 4/1

4:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$719

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 2/12

4:50 am-3:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

4:25 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

5:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$725

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

2:11 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Istanbul

Mon 3/9

4:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$728

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

3:50 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

4:50 am-3:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$728

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

2:35 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 12/2

5:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$730

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

4:25 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 2/18

4:50 am-4:40 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$733

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

1:23 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 32m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

4:50 am-2:20 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$749

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

2:11 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Istanbul

Mon 3/16

4:50 am-3:20 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$749

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Istanbul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Chicago-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Istanbul

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport (average of $401). Flying from Chicago to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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 CHI to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 November 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 November 3, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to IST are scheduled on a Sunday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Warsaw (WAW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 66% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $533.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 58m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 49m.

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 November 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LOT, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport can take about 18h. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $720. The distance from Chicago to Istanbul Airport is about 5455 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $382. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Icelandair, from $446, and Turkish Airlines, from $659. Air Serbia is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Pakistan International Airlines (68%), MIAT Mongolian (68%), IndiGo( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Istanbul Airport is $368. On average you can expect to pay $1,582. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $603.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport (average of $401). Flying from Chicago to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SerbiaCheapest$382Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$446Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$659Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$683Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$719Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$721Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Royal JordanianCheapest$742Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
LufthansaCheapest$780Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$781Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$785Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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