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$706+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Istanbul

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — IST
juin 21 — juin 281
sam. 6/21
sam. 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 juin 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$753
(United Airlines)

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,244
From Buffalo to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juin 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/1312:15 pmBUF - IST
2 stops26h 30mLufthansa
mer. 11/197:00 pmIST - BUF
2 stops31h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 6/15$706
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
lun. 8/46:00 amBUF - IST
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
jeu. 9/42:00 pmIST - BUF
2 stops38h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$753
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/139:15 amBUF - IST
1 stop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
mer. 11/198:05 amIST - BUF
1 stop21h 26mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14$905
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
jeu. 7/175:35 amBUF - IST
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
mer. 7/302:10 pmIST - BUF
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$971
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
ven. 9/126:00 amBUF - IST
2 stops41h 15mEtihad Airways
dim. 9/287:30 amIST - BUF
2 stops38h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/14$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
jeu. 7/316:00 amBUF - IST
2 stops27h 20mDelta
jeu. 8/74:20 amIST - BUF
2 stops26h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/15$1,060
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
mer. 7/1610:50 amBUF - IST
3 stops19h 15mAir Canada
mer. 7/2310:10 amIST - BUF
3 stops30h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 6/16$1,149
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
lun. 8/43:53 pmBUF - SAW
2 stops18h 12mKLM
jeu. 9/412:40 pmSAW - BUF
2 stops19h 13mKLM
Deal found 6/16$1,170
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
jeu. 11/1312:45 pmBUF - SAW
2 stops46h 20mQatar Airways
mer. 11/191:40 pmSAW - BUF
2 stops30h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,470
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
ven. 9/129:48 amBUF - SAW
2 stops46h 22mEtihad Airways
dim. 9/284:10 pmSAW - BUF
2 stops35h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,499

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 juin 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Fly to

Istanbul

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Return

Price

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

lun. 8/4

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Istanbul

jeu. 9/4

2:00 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops38h 16m

$753

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

mar. 8/26

8:00 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Istanbul

lun. 9/15

5:55 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops36h 39m

$795

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

mer. 7/16

7:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

mar. 7/22

12:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop30h 09m

$911

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

jeu. 7/17

5:35 am-5:30 am

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul

mer. 7/30

2:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 49m

$971

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

ven. 9/12

6:00 am-6:15 am

2 stops41h 15m

Istanbul

dim. 9/28

7:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$990

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

jeu. 7/31

6:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

jeu. 8/7

4:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 39m

$1,060

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

mer. 7/16

10:50 am-1:05 pm

3 stops19h 15m

Istanbul

mer. 7/23

10:10 am-9:54 am

3 stops30h 44m

$1,149

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - SAW

BUFSAW

Buffalo

lun. 8/4

3:53 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops18h 12m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

jeu. 9/4

12:40 pm-12:53 am

2 stops19h 13m

$1,170

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - SAW

BUFSAW

Buffalo

jeu. 11/13

12:45 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops46h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mer. 11/19

1:40 pm-11:50 am

2 stops30h 10m

$1,470

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - SAW

BUFSAW

Buffalo

ven. 9/12

9:48 am-3:10 pm

2 stops46h 22m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dim. 9/28

4:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,499

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Istanbul

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Buffalo to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 BUF to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 juin 16, 2025.

When flying from Buffalo to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 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 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, 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 juin 16, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,363 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,585 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,212 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Buffalo, you will be flying from Buffalo, which is the city’s only airport. Buffalo (BUF) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Buffalo. There are 0 flights from Buffalo to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $753. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $795 and $911, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Buffalo to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 juin 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$858Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$867Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$954Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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