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$161+ 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DOH — IST
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
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 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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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 February 4, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 2/1810:35 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop6h 45m
Gulf Air
Tue 2/244:20 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/3$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/310:35 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop16h 55m
Gulf Air
Thu 3/56:05 am
IST
-
DOH
1 stop20h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/2$283
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/86:15 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop21h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 3/116:05 am
IST
-
DOH
1 stop15h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/2$285
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/176:25 am
DOH
-
IST
1 stop14h 05m
Royal Jordanian
Thu 4/231:45 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop23h 10m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/3$288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/289:35 am
DOH
-
IST
1 stop10h 55m
Royal Jordanian
Fri 5/19:30 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop6h 25m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/2$290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 2/103:55 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop21h 10m
Royal Jordanian
Sun 2/151:00 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop14h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/4$291
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/91:50 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop7h 05m
Royal Jordanian
Mon 2/162:05 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop13h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/2$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/108:20 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop16h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Mon 2/162:05 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop13h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/2$295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/511:25 am
DOH
-
IST
1 stop17h 55m
Gulf Air
Wed 3/116:05 am
IST
-
DOH
1 stop28h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/2$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/48:20 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop16h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 2/71:05 pm
IST
-
DOH
1 stop14h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 2/3$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/310:35 pm
DOH
-
IST
1 stop16h 55m
Gulf Air
Thu 2/56:05 am
IST
-
DOH
1 stop15h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/2$312

Find 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 February 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$161
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$323

Good round-trip deal

$790 or less

Good one-way deal

$751 or less
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One-way flight from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul.
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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 February 4, 2026.
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

Fri 4/17

6:25 am-8:30 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 4/23

1:45 pm-3:55 am

1 stop14h 10m

$288

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 3/5

11:25 am-5:20 am

1 stop17h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop28h 20m

$297

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 6/4

2:55 pm-2:15 am

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 6/12

3:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$333

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

8:35 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$348

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 5/2

4:10 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

6:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$352

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 3/21

8:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 3/28

2:05 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 50m

$355

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 6/30

5:25 am-4:55 am

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/5

5:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$361

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 6/29

5:25 am-4:55 am

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 8/8

5:45 am-2:35 am

1 stop20h 50m

$361

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Wed 3/18

5:30 am-5:20 am

1 stop23h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 3/25

6:05 am-9:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$428

DohaIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 7/2

5:25 pm-2:15 am

1 stop8h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 8/6

3:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$441

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Doha-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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 January 30, 2026.

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 82 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 February 4, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Doha to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

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 February 4, 2026.
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
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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
3,729 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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
7.3
Good
1,380 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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
4,210 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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
225 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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
3,729 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

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 12 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 6h 45m. 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 $145. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from $249, and Turkish Airlines, from $251. These flights start at 52% 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 Pegasus Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $102. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Arabia and Gulf Air, 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 (75%), Cathay Pacific (75%), RwandAir( 74%).

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

    While on average a flight from Doha to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,570, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $433. When looking at the most popular route, (Doha Hamad Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $291 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$145Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
flydubaiCheapest$249Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$251Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Gulf AirCheapest$266Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$270Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$353Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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