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Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) to Istanbul (IST)

HEL — IST
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul are usually found in September or November, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helsinki (HEL) 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 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$694 or less

Good one-way deal

$316 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Helsinki-Vantaa-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 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 Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul.
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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 Helsinki to Istanbul in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 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 Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Helsinki-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 Helsinki-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 Helsinki to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Helsinki with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Helsinki to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport (average of $121). Flying from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 HEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Helsinki 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 3, 2026.

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

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 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown airBaltic, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,759 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
635 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
185 reviews

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Helsinki, you will be flying from Helsinki-Vantaa, which is the city’s only airport. Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is located 10.6 mi from the center of Helsinki. There are 6 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $120, Pegasus Airlines will fly you from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Pegasus Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from airBaltic and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $125 and $194, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Pegasus Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $81. Norwegian flights start at $85 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $180 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Thai Airways (55%), Turkish Airlines (55%) or Finnair (55%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport (average of $121). Flying from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 Helsinki to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Helsinki 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 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$120Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
airBalticCheapest$125Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$194Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$225Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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