$539+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to IstanbulExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
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Find flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 January 29, 2026.
Round-trip from | $678 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $539 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $946 |
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ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/30
11:08 am-3:40 am
2 stops32h 32m
Istanbul
Tue 5/5
4:30 am-9:29 pm
2 stops24h 59m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 4/13
7:15 pm-3:40 am
1 stop24h 25m
Istanbul
Wed 4/22
4:30 am-9:56 pm
3 stops25h 26m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 2/14
4:25 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop16h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sat 2/21
9:00 am-2:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 2/20
4:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop20h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sun 2/22
12:55 pm-2:20 pm
1 stop34h 25m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/2
4:25 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop16h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 3/9
9:00 am-3:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
4:25 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop16h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 3/16
9:00 am-3:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/18
2:05 pm-5:25 pm
2 stops18h 20m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 3/2
9:00 am-2:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 2/12
10:35 am-5:25 pm
2 stops21h 50m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Thu 2/19
12:55 pm-2:20 pm
1 stop34h 25m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 2/26
2:09 pm-5:25 pm
2 stops18h 16m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Wed 3/4
9:00 am-2:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 2/19
2:25 pm-5:25 pm
2 stops18h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 3/2
9:00 am-2:20 pm
1 stop14h 20m
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Istanbul
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 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 Chicago to Istanbul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul (average of $418). Flying from Chicago to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $842). 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 CHI to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
When flying from Chicago to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Istanbul
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Istanbul?
How often are flights from Chicago to Istanbul delayed?
About 23% of weekly flights between Chicago and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Istanbul flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.
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 January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LOT, Turkish Airlines, and Icelandair from Chicago to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025
WAW - KRK
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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$382 | Average$858 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$421 | Average$655 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$524 | Average$1,002 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$586 | Average$1,148 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$595 | Average$979 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$719 | Average$775 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$733 | Average$797 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time61% | |
| Cheapest$755 | Average$1,043 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$757 | Average$865 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$771 | Average$1,172 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |