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$219+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Istanbul

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.
CLT — IST
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Istanbul are usually found in November or September, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$766
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$219
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$997
From Charlotte Douglas to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/265:45 amCLT - IST
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/23:00 pmIST - CLT
3 stops27h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$766
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/31:48 pmCLT - IST
2 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/134:45 amIST - CLT
2 stops34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$824
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/298:52 amCLT - SAW
3 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/72:40 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops33h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$824
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/297:44 pmCLT - IST
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 amIST - CLT
2 stops20h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$846
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/82:27 pmCLT - IST
2 stops18h 28mKLM
Sun 12/145:55 pmIST - CLT
2 stops30h 30mKLM
Deal found 9/9$851
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/246:00 amCLT - IST
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/318:40 amIST - CLT
3 stops33h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$866
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 9/232:15 pmCLT - IST
2 stops19h 05mKLM
Mon 10/204:20 amIST - CLT
2 stops20h 48mKLM
Deal found 9/9$883
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/31:48 pmCLT - IST
2 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/124:45 amIST - CLT
2 stops34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$906
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/168:30 amCLT - SAW
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/225:55 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$929
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/226:50 pmCLT - SAW
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/303:25 pmSAW - CLT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$970
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/168:13 pmCLT - SAW
2 stops17h 52mKLM
Wed 10/228:45 amSAW - CLT
2 stops20h 02mKLM
Deal found 9/9$986
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/239:10 amCLT - SAW
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/283:45 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops36h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,057

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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Istanbul

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Price

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 10/26

5:45 am-12:40 am

3 stops35h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 11/2

3:00 pm-10:16 am

3 stops27h 16m

$766

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 1/14

5:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 1/17

9:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$784

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 10/3

1:48 pm-3:50 am

2 stops31h 02m

Istanbul

Mon 10/13

4:45 am-7:47 am

2 stops34h 02m

$824

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 10/29

8:52 am-9:00 pm

3 stops29h 08m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 11/7

2:40 pm-4:11 pm

3 stops33h 31m

$824

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 3/1

10:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 3/5

9:00 am-10:23 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$836

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 12/8

2:27 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 28m

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

5:55 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$851

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 10/29

9:25 am-6:20 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

2:00 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$878

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 10/3

1:48 pm-3:50 am

2 stops31h 02m

Istanbul

Sun 10/12

4:45 am-7:47 am

2 stops34h 02m

$906

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/16

8:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/22

5:55 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops29h 50m

$929

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 9/23

5:58 pm-6:15 am

2 stops29h 17m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

2:10 pm-1:58 pm

2 stops30h 48m

$943

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Charlotte to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Istanbul (average of $916). Flying from Charlotte to Istanbul 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 CLT to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charlotte to Istanbul at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Charlotte to Istanbul 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
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) if they book a flight from Charlotte to Istanbul. On average, Douglas has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 airlines. Charlotte Douglas is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Charlotte’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Istanbul?

    Airlines like KLM fly from Charlotte to Istanbul in about 16h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 5563 mi between Charlotte and Istanbul.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $723. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $789 and $797, respectively. Delta is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Istanbul (average of $916). Flying from Charlotte to Istanbul 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 6 airlines flying from Charlotte to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$723Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$789Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$896Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$900Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$934Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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