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Cheap flights from Houston to Istanbul (IST)

HOU — IST
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Istanbul are usually found in October or March, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$885
(oojo)

One-way from

$473
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,033
From Houston to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($277 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Istanbul Airport is 10 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 Houston to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Houston to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 HOU to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 April 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 1, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Istanbul, such as Emirates, Delta and KLM. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $885, Qatar Airways will fly you from Houston to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $887 and $968, respectively. Qatar Airways is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $585 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $619 and Qatar Airways from $624 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Houston to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 7 airlines flying from Houston to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$698Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$703Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$751Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$815Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$855Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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