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$302+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — IST
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Istanbul

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

Round-trip from

$626
(Air France)

One-way from

$302
(Kiwi.com)

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November

Average price

$1,229
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/245:22 pmPHL - IST
2 stops15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/94:20 amIST - PHL
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$626
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:35 pmPHL - IST
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Thu 10/166:10 amIST - PHL
2 stops17h 25mKLM
Deal found 7/28$675
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/254:50 pmPHL - IST
2 stops46h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:30 amIST - PHL
2 stops35h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$767
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/33:30 pmPHL - IST
2 stops24h 15mAir Canada
Sat 11/153:10 pmIST - PHL
2 stops55h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$785
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:35 pmPHL - IST
1 stop12h 30mLufthansa
Wed 10/222:00 pmIST - PHL
1 stop33h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$815
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:20 amPHL - IST
1 stop20h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/263:35 pmIST - PHL
1 stop24h 01mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$828
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1310:15 pmPHL - IST
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 10/248:20 amIST - PHL
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$830
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:45 pmPHL - IST
2 stops25h 40mDelta
Tue 9/24:20 amIST - PHL
2 stops27h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/29$832

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sun 8/24

5:22 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops15h 58m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

4:20 am-5:50 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$626

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Mon 9/29

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 10/16

6:10 am-4:35 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$675

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sat 10/25

4:50 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops46h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

6:30 am-9:46 am

2 stops35h 16m

$767

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sun 10/12

3:25 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 10/24

7:45 am-9:38 pm

2 stops20h 53m

$797

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 10/14

5:35 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$815

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 10/21

10:20 am-1:55 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 10/26

3:35 pm-8:36 am

1 stop24h 01m

$828

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Mon 10/13

10:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 10/24

8:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$830

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

6:45 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 9/2

4:20 am-12:56 am

2 stops27h 36m

$832

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

1:58 pm-3:50 am

2 stops30h 52m

$302

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Mon 9/15

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$498

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul

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

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

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 PHL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $925.

What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 08m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 43m.

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 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 0 flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul per day from 8 different airlines.

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

    KLM, at $675, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Air Canada. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $498. Turkish Airlines flights start at $533 while deals on Lufthansa start at $586 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 8 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$676Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$706Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$769Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$788Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$825Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$880Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$945Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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