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$486+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — IST
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 pmORD - IST
1 stop20h 05mIcelandair
Mon 1/1212:05 pmIST - ORD
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 12/13$734
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/314:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop15h 30mKLM
Sat 1/175:55 pmIST - ORD
2 stops32h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/13$736
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:20 pmORD - IST
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Tue 1/135:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop29h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/14$737
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:20 pmORD - IST
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:55 pmIST - ORD
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$747
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:55 pmORD - IST
1 stop17h 45mLOT
Tue 1/137:50 amIST - ORD
1 stop21h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/14$775
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/3112:55 pmORD - IST
2 stops19h 00mKLM
Mon 1/125:55 pmIST - ORD
2 stops32h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/13$812
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 pmORD - SAW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/138:55 amSAW - ORD
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$845
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/316:30 pmORD - IST
3 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/124:40 pmIST - ORD
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$848
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:55 pmORD - IST
1 stop31h 05mLOT
Sat 1/176:30 pmIST - ORD
2 stops58h 25mLOT
Deal found 12/13$864
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:30 pmORD - SAW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/138:55 amSAW - ORD
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$890
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/316:30 pmORD - SAW
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:40 amSAW - ORD
3 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$918
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:20 pmORD - SAW
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/179:05 amSAW - ORD
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,019

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 December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$661
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$486
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,179
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Istanbul that are best for you.

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ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/20

12:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

5:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 3/15

4:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/11

9:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

4:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/26

9:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/2

9:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/20

12:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 3/15

4:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 2/17

12:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$720

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

4:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/20

4:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$720

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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.
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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 December 12, 2025.

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 $851). 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Istanbul in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 December 15, 2025.

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 often are flights from Chicago to Istanbul delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Chicago and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 196 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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LOT, and Turkish Airlines 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,628 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,575 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Istanbul?

    KLM and Delta can get you from Chicago to Istanbul in just under 16h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. The distance from Chicago to Istanbul is about 5494 mi. 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 Chicago to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Istanbul round-trip from $382. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Icelandair, from $421, and Turkish Airlines, from $550. Users have found that Air Serbia is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $329 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $443 and Royal Jordanian from $447 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Istanbul?

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Chicago Midway - Istanbul, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul is the most popular route from Chicago to Istanbul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Istanbul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Istanbul consider choosing Turkish Airlines (65%), IndiGo (65%) or Uzbekistan Airways (65%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Istanbul is $437. On average you can expect to pay $1,639. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $644.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 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 $851). 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 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$421Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air SerbiaCheapest$422Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$664Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$708Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$719Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Royal JordanianCheapest$742Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$757Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$774Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$777Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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