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$84+ Cheap flights from Nicosia (ECN) 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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECN — IST
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nicosia Ercan to Istanbul are usually found in December or March, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nicosia (ECN) 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 June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$162
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$154
From Nicosia Ercan to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Nicosia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nicosia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Tue 7/2212:20 amECN - IST
Nonstop1h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/307:30 pmIST - ECN
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/25$162
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 7/412:00 pmECN - IST
1 stop8h 50mPegasus Airlines
Mon 7/78:30 amIST - ECN
1 stop12h 35mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 6/25$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/58:25 amECN - IST
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/71:25 amIST - ECN
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$276

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Nicosia

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

NicosiaIstanbul

ECN - IST

ECNIST

Nicosia Ercan

Tue 7/22

12:20 am-2:10 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 7/30

7:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$162

NicosiaIstanbul

ECN - IST

ECNIST

Nicosia Ercan

Mon 7/14

5:35 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 7/17

5:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

$314

NicosiaIstanbul

ECN - IST

ECNIST

Nicosia Ercan

Wed 7/2

10:00 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$84

NicosiaIstanbul

ECN - IST

ECNIST

Nicosia Ercan

Tue 9/23

9:05 pm-3:15 am

1 stop6h 10m

$117

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Deals found on 6/25

Best time to book a flight from Nicosia to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nicosia to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nicosia 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 Nicosia to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,365). 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 ECN to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Nicosia 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 June 26, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nicosia to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Nicosia 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 June 26, 2025.

The most flights from ECN to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 June 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport, such as Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,876 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,876 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,876 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Nicosia, you will be flying from Ercan, which is the city’s only airport. Nicosia Ercan (ECN) is located 8.1 mi from the center of Nicosia. There are 4 flights from Ercan to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $162.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport is $147. On average you can expect to pay $1,349. The most popular route, (Nicosia Ercan - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $538.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Nicosia to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,365). 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 Nicosia to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Nicosia 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$49Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AjetCheapest$55Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$111Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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