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$119+ 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — IST
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
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 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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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 July 30, 2026.

This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 11/236:20 pm
MAD
-
IST
1 stop8h 15m
Air Serbia
Tue 12/15:35 pm
IST
-
MAD
1 stop19h 45m
Air Serbia
Deal found 7/26$261
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/91:05 pm
MAD
-
IST
2 stops12h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/163:45 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/25$262
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:30 pm
MAD
-
IST
1 stop8h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/164:30 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop8h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$263
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 10/56:45 pm
MAD
-
IST
1 stop7h 55m
Air Serbia
Tue 10/134:40 pm
IST
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 7/29$264
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/57:00 am
MAD
-
IST
2 stops13h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/153:45 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/27$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:10 pm
MAD
-
IST
1 stop11h 35m
Wizz Air
Thu 9/39:25 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop10h 50m
Wizz Air
Deal found 7/26$266
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 9/19:35 am
MAD
-
IST
2 stops12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/149:25 am
IST
-
MAD
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$267
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/58:25 am
MAD
-
IST
1 stop12h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/151:55 pm
IST
-
MAD
1 stop10h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/27$268
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/101:05 pm
MAD
-
IST
2 stops12h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/163:45 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/29$269
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:05 pm
MAD
-
IST
2 stops12h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/153:45 am
IST
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/28$271
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/109:10 am
MAD
-
IST
Nonstop3h 45m
Air Europa
Mon 9/143:45 pm
IST
-
MAD
Nonstop4h 15m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/30$272

Find 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 July 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Air Serbia)

One-way from

$119
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$368

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$374 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Sun 1/24

9:10 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 1/27

4:35 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$274

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Sat 1/9

9:10 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 1/18

4:35 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$279

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 9/17

6:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 9/24

4:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$287

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/12

9:10 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 11/13

4:35 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$301

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/15

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 9/19

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$307

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/8

6:05 am-2:50 am

2 stops18h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 12/11

4:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$309

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Sun 10/4

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 10/8

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$319

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/12

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 10/16

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$320

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Wed 9/30

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 10/14

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$320

MadridIstanbul

MAD - IST

MADIST

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/25

9:10 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 10/4

3:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$326

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Deals found on 7/25

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 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 Madrid-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
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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?

Booking 68 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport (average of $226). Flying from Madrid to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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 July 30, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Madrid to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $386 and $534 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $261 on Air Serbia (Nov 23-Nov 29).

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 July 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madrid to Istanbul Airport, such as Turkish Airlines,Air Europa, andIberia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,260 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
633 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,456 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.

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 14 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 4 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Madrid Barajas on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport can take about 8h 10m. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $263. The distance between Madrid and Istanbul Airport is about 1678 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $164. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Iberia, from $233, and Air Europa, from $266. These flights start at 49% 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 $61 on Ajet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Pegasus Airlines from $85 and Aegean Airlines from $112 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: Qatar Airways (100%), IndiGo (79%), Uzbekistan Airways( 76%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $527 for a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $220 while the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Istanbul) is currently priced at $160.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Istanbul Airport (average of $226). Flying from Madrid to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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 4 airlines flying from Madrid to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 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 July 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$164Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
IberiaCheapest$233Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$266Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$268Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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