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$436+ 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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — IST
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 octubre 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 11/194:40 pmCLT - SAW
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/2612:25 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$686
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 11/266:00 amCLT - IST
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/36:30 amIST - CLT
3 stops20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$688
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 11/264:40 pmCLT - SAW
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/33:25 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$698
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mar. 11/182:27 pmCLT - SAW
2 stops18h 58mKLM
mar. 12/99:00 amSAW - CLT
2 stops19h 19mKLM
Deal found 10/30$734
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/195:45 amCLT - IST
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/262:55 pmIST - CLT
2 stops32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$735
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/199:30 amCLT - SAW
3 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/278:50 amSAW - CLT
2 stops20h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$736
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mar. 11/182:27 pmCLT - IST
2 stops18h 28mKLM
lun. 12/84:50 amIST - CLT
2 stops21h 14mKLM
Deal found 10/30$738
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 11/191:22 pmCLT - IST
2 stops19h 33mKLM
mié. 11/265:55 pmIST - CLT
2 stops34h 19mKLM
Deal found 10/30$740
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/291:21 pmCLT - IST
2 stops19h 34mKLM
vie. 12/54:50 amIST - CLT
2 stops21h 14mKLM
Deal found 10/29$814
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mar. 11/185:45 amCLT - IST
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/93:00 pmIST - CLT
3 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$841
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mar. 11/185:45 amCLT - SAW
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/98:50 amSAW - CLT
3 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$851
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
lun. 12/16:50 pmCLT - SAW
3 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/611:35 pmSAW - CLT
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$856

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 octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$619
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$436
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,142
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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 octubre 30, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 11/19

9:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

jue. 11/27

8:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$736

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 11/19

2:27 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 28m

Istanbul

mié. 11/26

4:50 am-6:05 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$738

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 11/29

1:21 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Istanbul

vie. 12/5

4:50 am-6:04 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$814

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 11/29

1:21 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Istanbul

mié. 12/24

4:50 am-5:56 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$874

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - IST

CLTIST

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 11/19

5:05 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

jue. 11/27

8:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$936

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 11/29

6:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

vie. 12/12

3:30 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops28h 34m

$1,006

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 11/3

2:50 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

lun. 11/10

8:50 am-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$1,025

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 12/1

2:15 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

sáb. 12/6

9:00 am-10:46 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$1,045

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 11/3

6:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 11/26

2:50 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops32h 06m

$1,047

CharlotteIstanbul

CLT - SAW

CLTSAW

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 11/4

6:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 11/26

2:50 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops32h 06m

$1,047

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Istanbul

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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 October 24, 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 $537). Flying from Charlotte to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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 octubre 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charlotte to Istanbul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% 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 Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings 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 octubre 30, 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
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,541 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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 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 7 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 and British Airways fly from Charlotte to Istanbul in about 13h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 03m. There are 5524 mi between Charlotte and Istanbul. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $599. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $664 and $723, respectively. Lufthansa is priced at 49% 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 $537). Flying from Charlotte to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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 7 airlines flying from Charlotte to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$599Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$664Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$723Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$852Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$934Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$962Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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