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$121+ Cheap flights from Munich (MUC) 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MUC — IST
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Munich to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Munich (MUC) 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 abril 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$121
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$453 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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Cheapest flights from Munich to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Munich to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

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.
vie. 11/287:00 amMUC - IST
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/24:40 pmIST - MUC
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$210
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/67:30 pmMUC - IST
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/71:25 amIST - MUC
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$237
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.
dom. 5/182:00 pmMUC - IST
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
jue. 5/225:55 pmIST - MUC
1 stop5h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$259
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/283:10 pmMUC - IST
1 stop16h 20mFLYONE
sáb. 5/319:30 amIST - MUC
1 stop5h 40mFLYONE
Deal found 4/29$305
This Transavia Smart Connect 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 Transavia Smart Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:25 pmMUC - IST
1 stop28h 40mTransavia France
lun. 10/136:45 amIST - MUC
1 stop11h 55mTransavia France
Deal found 4/29$323
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.
jue. 5/227:00 amMUC - IST
1 stop8h 40mLOT
vie. 5/307:00 amIST - MUC
1 stop12h 50mLOT
Deal found 4/29$353
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/249:15 pmMUC - IST
1 stop18h 50mCroatia Airlines
vie. 5/3011:45 amIST - MUC
1 stop20h 35mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 4/29$362
This Aegean 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/256:25 pmMUC - IST
1 stop6h 55mAegean Airlines
dom. 8/174:35 amIST - MUC
1 stop6h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 4/29$485
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1210:55 amMUC - IST
1 stop12h 30mBritish Airways
mié. 5/218:25 amIST - MUC
1 stop12h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$521

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Munich 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 abril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Munich to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Munich

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

dom. 6/22

10:30 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Istanbul

mar. 6/24

10:05 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$229

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

dom. 5/18

2:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

jue. 5/22

5:55 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$259

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

jue. 5/22

7:30 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Istanbul

mié. 5/28

11:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop10h 45m

$300

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

mié. 5/28

3:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

sáb. 5/31

9:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$305

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

lun. 10/6

6:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop28h 40m

Istanbul

lun. 10/13

6:45 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$323

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

jue. 5/22

7:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Istanbul

vie. 5/30

7:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$353

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

sáb. 5/24

9:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

vie. 5/30

11:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 35m

$362

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

vie. 7/25

6:25 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

dom. 8/17

4:35 am-10:15 am

1 stop6h 40m

$485

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

lun. 5/12

10:55 am-12:25 am

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

mié. 5/21

8:25 am-8:00 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$521

MunichIstanbul

MUC - IST

MUCIST

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

jue. 9/11

7:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$121

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Compare providers for flights from Munich 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 Munich 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
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 Munich-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Munich-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Munich-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Munich-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 Munich-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 Munich to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Munich with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Munich to Istanbul Airport

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Munich to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Munich 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 abril 29, 2025.

When flying from Munich to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Munich to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Munich to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Munich to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Munich to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Munich 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 abril 29, 2025.

The most flights from MUC to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 abril 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Munich to Istanbul, such as Aegean Airlines, airBaltic and LOT. 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
airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 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
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 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
Sky Express
7.6
Good
113 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

Related info for your journey

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

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), located 17.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Munich to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from Franz Josef Strauss to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($229), Lufthansa ($259), and FLYONE ($305) offers the cheapest pricing from Munich to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 6% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Munich to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines ($121), Sky Express ($131), and FLYONE ($137).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Munich to Istanbul Airport are Lufthansa (92%), Gulf Air (85%) and United Airlines (78%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Munich Franz Josef Strauss - Istanbul) can be booked for $182 on average our data indicates $1,336 when flying from Munich to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Munich 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 3 airlines flying from Munich to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Munich 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$88Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AjetCheapest$114Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$150Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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