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$294+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — IST
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$551
(oojo)

One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$959

Good round-trip deal

$754 or less

Good one-way deal

$516 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/122:35 pmSEA - IST
1 stop22h 20mIcelandair
Fri 11/2112:25 pmIST - SEA
1 stop15h 35mIcelandair
Deal found 10/27$551
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/242:00 pmSEA - IST
1 stop21h 45mLufthansa
Mon 12/156:30 amIST - SEA
1 stop16h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 10/27$554
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:10 amSEA - IST
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:30 amIST - SEA
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$556
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:50 pmSEA - IST
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/107:35 amIST - SEA
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/27$560
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:50 pmSEA - IST
1 stop32h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 12/126:40 pmIST - SEA
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/26$562
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:10 amSEA - IST
2 stops25h 00mAir Canada
Fri 12/126:30 amIST - SEA
2 stops26h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/26$563
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:00 amSEA - IST
2 stops28h 45mLufthansa
Fri 12/126:30 amIST - SEA
1 stop16h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 10/26$564
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/22:46 pmSEA - IST
2 stops23h 14mBritish Airways
Tue 12/97:35 amIST - SEA
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/25$566
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/258:10 amSEA - IST
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/27:00 pmIST - SEA
2 stops35h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$569

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Seattle

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 12/2

1:25 pm-1:00 am

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

7:35 am-11:25 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$572

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 12/3

6:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 12/10

7:35 am-9:59 pm

2 stops25h 24m

$573

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/23

11:17 am-3:50 am

2 stops29h 33m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

4:50 am-1:20 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$577

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 1/26

2:02 pm-3:50 am

2 stops26h 48m

Istanbul

Sun 2/8

4:50 am-1:20 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$577

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 12/2

10:25 am-3:50 am

2 stops30h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 12/8

4:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop17h 35m

$577

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 1/27

1:30 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 2/9

4:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop17h 35m

$577

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 2/10

11:17 am-3:50 am

2 stops29h 33m

Istanbul

Mon 2/23

4:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop17h 35m

$577

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 2/8

2:02 pm-3:50 am

2 stops26h 48m

Istanbul

Tue 2/24

4:50 am-8:31 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$587

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/14

10:20 am-3:50 am

2 stops30h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 1/26

4:50 am-10:25 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$587

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/9

11:55 am-8:50 pm

3 stops45h 55m

$310

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Compare providers for flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Seattle-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-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 Seattle-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 Seattle to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Istanbul Airport (average of $493). Flying from Seattle to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $959). 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 SEA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seattle 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 October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from Seattle to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,532 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,476 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Seattle, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is located 11.4 mi from the center of Seattle. There are 0 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Istanbul per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Seattle to Istanbul Airport will take you 24h 35m. The distance from Seattle to Istanbul Airport is about 6051 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $405, Icelandair will fly you from Seattle to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Icelandair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $560 and $561, respectively. You may be able to fly from Seattle to Istanbul Airport for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,649, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $403. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $406.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Istanbul Airport (average of $493). Flying from Seattle to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $959). 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 9 airlines flying from Seattle to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$405Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$560Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$561Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$562Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$667Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$680Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$736Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$813Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$894Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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