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$144+ Cheap flights from Doha (DOH) 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DOH — IST
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Doha to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Doha (DOH) 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

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$266
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$300

Good round-trip deal

$514 or less

Good one-way deal

$407 or less
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Cheapest flights from Doha to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Doha 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 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/810:35 pmDOH - IST
1 stop16h 55mGulf Air
Sun 11/166:05 amIST - DOH
1 stop11h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 11/2$266
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 11/55:30 amDOH - IST
1 stop10h 00mGulf Air
Sun 11/96:05 amIST - DOH
1 stop20h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 11/2$267
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amDOH - IST
1 stop7h 05mRoyal Jordanian
Fri 11/212:05 pmIST - DOH
1 stop9h 00mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 11/2$269
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:35 pmDOH - IST
1 stop16h 55mGulf Air
Sun 11/96:05 amIST - DOH
1 stop28h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 11/1$270
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.
Thu 11/65:30 amDOH - IST
1 stop23h 50mGulf Air
Sun 11/96:05 amIST - DOH
1 stop28h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 11/2$279
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:55 pmDOH - IST
1 stop19h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/167:50 pmIST - DOH
1 stop6h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/2$281
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:00 amDOH - IST
1 stop7h 05mRoyal Jordanian
Wed 11/262:05 pmIST - DOH
1 stop27h 25mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 11/2$284
This Air Arabia 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 Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/114:55 amDOH - IST
1 stop8h 55mAir Arabia
Sun 11/166:45 pmIST - DOH
1 stop9h 10mAir Arabia
Deal found 11/3$292
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.
Thu 11/64:55 amDOH - IST
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:55 pmIST - DOH
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$296
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.
Thu 11/1311:15 amDOH - IST
1 stop7h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/207:30 amIST - DOH
1 stop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/2$302
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/124:35 amDOH - IST
1 stop14h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/227:30 amIST - DOH
1 stop18h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/2$303
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:15 amDOH - IST
1 stop13h 40mflydubai
Sat 11/151:55 amIST - DOH
1 stop8h 20mflydubai
Deal found 11/2$310

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Doha 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 Doha to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Doha

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 11/15

4:35 am-6:25 am

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 11/21

2:00 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$303

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 4/16

3:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 4/23

2:10 pm-2:55 am

1 stop12h 45m

$398

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sun 11/16

4:55 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

2:35 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$404

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 1/6

10:05 am-12:55 am

1 stop38h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 1/15

1:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop32h 20m

$419

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 1/24

4:55 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

2:35 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 20m

$420

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 1/6

6:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

2:35 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 20m

$423

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sun 1/25

4:55 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

2:35 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 20m

$437

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 12/15

5:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 1/2

6:05 am-5:15 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$448

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 12/16

6:15 pm-5:20 am

1 stop11h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 1/1

6:05 am-5:15 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$448

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sun 11/16

10:40 pm-12:55 am

1 stop26h 15m

$155

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Compare providers for flights from Doha 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 Doha 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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 Doha-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Doha-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Doha-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Doha-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Doha-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 Doha to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Doha with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 Doha to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport (average of $141). Flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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 DOH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Doha 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.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 57% on flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines from Doha 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,285 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,040 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
217 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
635 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,659 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 5.4 mi from the city center, Doha Hamad Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Doha. Booking flights from Hamad Intl (DOH) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 16 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 6 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Doha to Istanbul Airport will take you 9h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1713 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $199. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from $249, and Turkish Airlines, from $251. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is flydubai, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $155. However, be on the lookout for offers from Gulf Air and flynas, as they are both options that can get you from Doha to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Doha, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (100%), Icelandair (100%), Turkish Airlines( 92%).

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

    While on average a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport is generally $768, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $315. When looking at the most popular route, (Doha Hamad Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $686 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport (average of $141). Flying from Doha to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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 6 airlines flying from Doha to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Doha 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
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$199Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
flydubaiCheapest$249Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$251Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$255Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$264Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$355Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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