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$697+ Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — IST
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$697
(Billigflug)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,167
From Lexington Blue Grass to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/255:57 pmLEX - IST
2 stops50h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/75:55 pmIST - LEX
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$697
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:29 amLEX - IST
2 stops33h 21mAir France
Tue 11/184:50 amIST - LEX
2 stops27h 14mAir France
Deal found 9/14$812
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/255:48 pmLEX - IST
2 stops16h 07mKLM
Thu 11/64:50 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 24mKLM
Deal found 9/17$971
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/151:59 pmLEX - IST
2 stops20h 06mLufthansa
Wed 11/196:30 amIST - LEX
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 9/14$1,084
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:33 pmLEX - IST
2 stops18h 47mLufthansa
Wed 10/86:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 9/16$1,121
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/252:10 pmLEX - IST
3 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Fri 11/73:10 pmIST - LEX
3 stops35h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 9/17$1,318
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:10 pmLEX - IST
3 stops22h 10mAir Canada
Fri 10/101:05 pmIST - LEX
3 stops35h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/37:33 pmLEX - IST
2 stops18h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/102:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,514
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/42:10 pmLEX - IST
3 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Fri 10/101:05 pmIST - LEX
3 stops35h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$2,023
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:10 pmLEX - IST
3 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Wed 10/87:45 amIST - LEX
3 stops40h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$2,287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/72:10 pmLEX - IST
2 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/147:10 amIST - LEX
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$7,592
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:10 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Tue 10/141:05 pmIST - LEX
3 stops35h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$7,601

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 10/25

5:57 pm-3:50 am

2 stops50h 53m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

5:55 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 10m

$697

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/18

2:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

4:50 am-5:36 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$769

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

10:29 am-3:50 am

2 stops33h 21m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

4:50 am-12:04 am

2 stops27h 14m

$812

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 10/25

5:48 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 07m

Istanbul

Thu 11/6

4:50 am-7:14 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$971

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/18

2:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-8:31 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,030

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

1:59 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$1,084

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

1:59 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 06m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$1,084

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/1

7:33 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 47m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

6:10 am-5:20 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$1,121

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 10/25

2:10 pm-11:25 pm

3 stops26h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

3:10 pm-6:46 pm

3 stops35h 36m

$1,318

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Deals found on 9/17

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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 LEX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Istanbul Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) if they book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul. On average, Blue Grass has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 0 airlines. Lexington Blue Grass is conveniently located just 5.6 mi from Lexington’s city center.

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

    For as low as $769, KLM can have you in Istanbul Airport from Lexington in 18h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5531 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul Airport (average of $910). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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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