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Cheap flights from Lisbon (LIS) to Istanbul (IST)

LIS — IST
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lisbon Humberto Delgado to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lisbon (LIS) 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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$381

Good round-trip deal

$683 or less

Good one-way deal

$364 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lisbon Humberto Delgado-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 Lisbon to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Lisbon-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Lisbon-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lisbon-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lisbon-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Lisbon-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 Lisbon to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lisbon to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport is 66 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 Lisbon to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport (average of $171). Flying from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 LIS to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Lisbon 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 78% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

The best insider tips for Lisbon to Istanbul Airport flights

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Turkish Airlines offers 30 inches of legroom and USB charging in Economy class.


Enjoy award-winning dishes with Turkish and international flavors on Turkish Airlines flights.

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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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and Pegasus Airlines from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,628 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
637 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Lisbon to Istanbul, you will be flying from Humberto Delgado. Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) is just 4.2 mi from the center of the city. Humberto Delgado is the only Lisbon airport and it handles 8 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Lisbon Humberto Delgado on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Pegasus Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $221. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $268 and $379, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $77. Users have also found prices from $91 and $118 on Aegean Airlines and Pegasus Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport are TAP AIR PORTUGAL (71%), IndiGo (71%) and Thai Airways (66%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport (average of $171). Flying from Lisbon to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Lisbon to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Lisbon 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$221Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LufthansaCheapest$268Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$382Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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