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$305+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — IST
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$555
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$668
From Kentucky to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/38:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
dom. 12/78:20 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/30$555
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/38:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
vie. 12/128:10 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/28$560
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/35:49 pmCVG - IST
2 stops20h 56mLufthansa
vie. 12/126:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops24h 59mLufthansa
Deal found 10/28$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/287:00 amSDF - IST
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/56:30 amIST - SDF
2 stops35h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/2710:15 amCVG - IST
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/46:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/272:27 pmCVG - IST
2 stops29h 23mDelta
mié. 12/34:50 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/30$577
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mar. 11/258:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop32h 45mBritish Airways
mar. 12/22:55 pmIST - CVG
1 stop36h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/28$579
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/252:09 pmCVG - IST
2 stops24h 36mLufthansa
mar. 12/27:00 pmIST - CVG
2 stops36h 29mLufthansa
Deal found 10/28$587
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
jue. 11/276:00 amBNA - IST
3 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/46:30 amIST - BNA
3 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$677
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/266:25 pmBNA - IST
1 stop14h 00mBritish Airways
mié. 12/37:35 amIST - BNA
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$717
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/292:37 pmBNA - IST
2 stops20h 38mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/97:35 amIST - BNA
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$742
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/145:45 pmLEX - IST
2 stops21h 00mLufthansa
mar. 11/186:30 amIST - LEX
2 stops25h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$758

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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Return

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CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mié. 12/3

7:47 pm-12:25 am

2 stops20h 38m

Istanbul

dom. 12/7

8:20 am-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$566

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 11/28

7:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Istanbul

vie. 12/5

6:30 am-10:13 am

2 stops35h 43m

$575

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mié. 12/3

2:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Istanbul

dom. 12/7

6:30 am-9:33 am

2 stops35h 03m

$575

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

sáb. 1/31

2:05 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

dom. 2/8

6:30 am-5:37 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$576

KnoxvilleIstanbul

TYS - IST

TYSIST

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 1/8

7:44 am-1:10 am

2 stops33h 26m

Istanbul

vie. 1/23

8:10 am-10:09 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$576

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 1/30

2:10 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

lun. 2/9

6:30 am-7:31 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$576

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 1/30

2:10 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

dom. 2/8

6:30 am-7:43 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$576

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mar. 2/3

1:45 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

lun. 2/9

6:30 am-7:31 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$576

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mié. 2/4

2:10 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

dom. 2/8

6:30 am-7:43 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$576

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 1/30

2:10 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

mié. 2/4

6:30 am-7:31 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$576

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport (average of $636). Flying from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,233). 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 KY to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 octubre 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

    Departing from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport will take you 20h. The distance from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport is about 5567 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport are Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Istanbul, Nashville Intl - Istanbul and Louisville Intl - Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport (average of $636). Flying from Kentucky to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,233). 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 5 airlines flying from Kentucky to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$732Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$763Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$830Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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