Istanbul

$342+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Istanbul

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ORD — IST
May 2 — May 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/207:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 5/24:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop19h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:20 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/305:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop20h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/29$728
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/14:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop19h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/28$730
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:25 pm
ORD
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SAW
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/68:30 am
SAW
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ORD
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$734
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/317:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/144:30 am
IST
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ORD
2 stops36h 58m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$748
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/44:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop19h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/28$751
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/297:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 5/164:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop19h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/1$752
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:23 pm
ORD
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IST
2 stops49h 17m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 5/164:30 am
IST
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ORD
1 stop19h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/29$753
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/317:15 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop24h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/185:30 am
IST
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ORD
2 stops25h 03m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/1$764
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/79:10 pm
ORD
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IST
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/222:10 pm
IST
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ORD
1 stop26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/28$765
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/133:45 pm
ORD
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SAW
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/258:30 am
SAW
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ORD
2 stops17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$859
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/73:45 pm
ORD
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SAW
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/228:30 am
SAW
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ORD
2 stops17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$885

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 April 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$727
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$342
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$988
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Istanbul
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($202 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

5:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 8/23

5:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$846

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

5:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 8/23

5:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$846

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

1:36 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/22

8:50 am-8:16 pm

2 stops19h 26m

$912

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

1:36 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/6

8:50 am-8:40 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$912

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

1:06 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 14m

Istanbul

Fri 4/24

4:25 am-3:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$923

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

4:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

4:25 am-3:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$973

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:09 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops17h 51m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 4/25

8:50 am-7:52 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$982

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

1:36 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 4/25

8:50 am-7:52 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$982

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

4:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 4/18

4:25 am-3:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$998

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

7:15 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

4:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$1,002

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of $427). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $837). 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 ORD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 April 2, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 April 2, 2026.

The most flights from ORD to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

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 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 April 2, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul, such as KLM,LOT, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul in 19h 29m. Fly via Delta or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, Royal Jordanian ($127), Icelandair ($421), and Air Serbia ($439) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul. Royal Jordanian is 87% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $321 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 reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Uzbekistan Airways (72%), Pakistan International Airlines (72%), IndiGo( 72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul is generally $1,706, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $453. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $820 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of $427). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $837). 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 O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$127Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
IcelandairCheapest$421Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air SerbiaCheapest$439Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$521Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$524Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$586Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$653Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$719Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LOTCheapest$755Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$757Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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