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$561+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — IST
ene. 28 — feb. 41
mié. 1/28
mié. 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Louisville to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/294:44 pmSDF - IST
2 stops27h 06mDelta
lun. 1/55:55 pmIST - SDF
2 stops34h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/28$1,775
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/295:05 amSDF - IST
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/42:20 amIST - SDF
3 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$3,020

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 diciembre 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$561
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,108
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($234 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

dom. 1/25

1:32 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 53m

Istanbul

dom. 2/1

8:20 am-6:39 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$561

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mar. 4/14

1:43 pm-1:05 am

2 stops28h 22m

Istanbul

mar. 4/21

7:55 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops32h 33m

$561

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mar. 2/10

8:07 am-1:00 am

2 stops32h 53m

Istanbul

mar. 2/17

6:40 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$561

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

lun. 4/27

2:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Istanbul

vie. 5/8

5:40 am-6:24 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$577

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

dom. 1/25

2:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Istanbul

dom. 2/1

6:30 am-11:23 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$577

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 2/6

8:29 am-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 36m

Istanbul

mar. 2/10

6:30 am-7:43 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$577

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mar. 4/14

1:55 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 4/21

1:55 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops31h 52m

$582

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

vie. 4/3

5:43 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops36h 17m

Istanbul

dom. 4/12

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$738

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

mar. 2/10

2:05 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops19h 40m

Istanbul

mar. 2/17

6:30 am-8:09 pm

3 stops21h 39m

$755

LouisvilleIstanbul

SDF - IST

SDFIST

Louisville Intl

jue. 1/29

1:50 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

mié. 2/4

6:30 am-10:30 pm

3 stops24h 00m

$890

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Deals found on 12/28

Compare providers for flights from Louisville to Istanbul

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 Louisville to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Louisville-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Louisville-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 Louisville to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Louisville to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Louisville to Istanbul Airport is 63 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 Louisville to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Istanbul Airport (average of $574). Flying from Louisville to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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 SDF to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 diciembre 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Louisville to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Louisville to Istanbul Airport?

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 diciembre 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,120 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,067 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,621 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Louisville Intl (SDF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Louisville to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Louisville Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Louisville airport to Istanbul. It is only a 5.3 mi journey to Louisville Intl (SDF) from Louisville’s city center.

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

    Departing from Louisville to Istanbul Airport will take you 19h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5567 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Louisville to Istanbul Airport is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $605 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and British Airways, starting at $623 and $637 round-trip. Users have found that Lufthansa is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Istanbul Airport (average of $574). Flying from Louisville to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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 Louisville to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 diciembre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$605Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$623Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$637Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$662Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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