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$120+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) 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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — IST
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) 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 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$387

Good round-trip deal

$356 or less

Good one-way deal

$369 or less
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:00 amMAD - IST
1 stop14h 20mLufthansa
Mon 6/92:00 pmIST - MAD
1 stop10h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/299:40 amMAD - IST
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/511:45 pmIST - MAD
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/78:15 pmMAD - IST
1 stop11h 15mWizz Air
Tue 5/139:10 amIST - MAD
1 stop11h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 4/29$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/1612:45 pmMAD - IST
1 stop6h 15mAegean Airlines
Tue 6/173:50 pmIST - MAD
1 stop9h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 4/28$279
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:10 amMAD - IST
Nonstop3h 45mAir Europa
Tue 6/243:45 pmIST - MAD
Nonstop4h 15mAir Europa
Deal found 4/29$288
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2810:30 amMAD - IST
1 stop28h 20mAir Serbia
Fri 5/304:30 amIST - MAD
1 stop13h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 4/29$303
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amMAD - IST
1 stop20h 25mAir France
Tue 5/274:20 amIST - MAD
1 stop16h 00mAir France
Deal found 4/29$319
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:25 pmMAD - IST
1 stop18h 55mKLM
Thu 9/115:05 pmIST - MAD
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Deal found 4/29$322
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/52:55 pmMAD - IST
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/97:55 amIST - MAD
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$325
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:45 pmMAD - IST
1 stop10h 20mTransavia France
Wed 10/16:45 amIST - MAD
1 stop11h 10mTransavia France
Deal found 4/29$373
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:30 pmMAD - IST
1 stop8h 55mTAROM
Wed 10/811:15 pmIST - MAD
1 stop13h 10mTAROM
Deal found 4/29$403

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Madrid

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Fri 6/6

6:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 6/9

2:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$271

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/29

9:40 am-8:30 am

1 stop21h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 6/5

11:45 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$272

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Mon 6/16

12:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 6/17

3:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop9h 35m

$279

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/17

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 6/24

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$288

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/28

10:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 5/30

4:30 am-5:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$303

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-3:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 5/27

4:20 am-7:20 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$319

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Wed 9/3

8:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 9/11

5:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

$322

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/3

6:20 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

9:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$353

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 9/18

12:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 10/1

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$373

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/2

12:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

11:15 pm-11:25 am

1 stop13h 10m

$403

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from Madrid 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 Madrid to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Madrid-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-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 Madrid-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 Madrid to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Madrid 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 MAD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid 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 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Madrid to Istanbul Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

The most flights from MAD to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, KLM and Air France from Madrid to Istanbul. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Transavia France
7.3
Good
343 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Madrid to Istanbul, you will be flying from Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city. Barajas is the only Madrid airport and it handles 10 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Madrid Barajas on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $271. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aegean Airlines, from $279, and Air Europa, from $288. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $140 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Europa from $148 and Wizz Air from $152 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Madrid, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: RwandAir (87%), Thai Airways (84%), Air Europa( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $964 for a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $228 while the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Istanbul) is currently priced at $193.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Madrid 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 5 airlines flying from Madrid to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Madrid 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$158Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$163Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LufthansaCheapest$192Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$258Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$270Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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