$385+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — IST
May 29 — Jun 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 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 April 29, 2026.
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop39h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/138:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$807
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/25:10 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop26h 20m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
- ORD
2 stops23h 52m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$808
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 8/287:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/118:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$812
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 5/57:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/98:10 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$813
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 11/96:50 pm
ORD
- SAW
1 stop32h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/131:40 pm
SAW
- ORD
1 stop33h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$817
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 9/137:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop32h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/178:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$820
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop39h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/2811:40 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop35h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$821
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop39h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/208:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$824
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/98:10 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$826
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sun 8/237:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/68:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$827
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/1911:10 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$828
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop32h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/238:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$829
Best flights from Chicago to IstanbulDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:10 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop26h 20m
Delta
Tue 11/35:55 pm
IST
- ORD
2 stops31h 38m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$807
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/188:02 am
ORD
- IST
2 stops50h 33m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/248:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,019
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/117:13 pm
MDW
- SAW
2 stops17h 47m
KLM
Mon 5/188:50 am
SAW
- MDW
2 stops17h 43m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,038
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/185:45 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Fri 8/286:00 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop16h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$874
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:50 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop15h 30m
Delta
Fri 9/186:00 am
IST
- ORD
2 stops23h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$880
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:00 am
ORD
- IST
2 stops40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/148:05 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,048
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:25 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops58h 40m
Emirates
Sat 10/102:05 pm
SAW
- ORD
2 stops49h 42m
Emirates
Deal found 4/24![Emirates logo]()
$2,096
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 7/64:50 pm
ORD
- SAW
1 stop20h 10m
KLM
Wed 9/92:40 pm
SAW
- ORD
1 stop31h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,049
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/117:13 pm
MDW
- SAW
2 stops17h 47m
KLM
Tue 5/268:50 am
SAW
- MDW
2 stops17h 43m
KLM
Deal found 4/24![KLM logo]()
$1,052
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/45:45 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Tue 10/206:00 am
IST
- ORD
2 stops20h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$969
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:00 am
ORD
- IST
2 stops41h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/185:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,091
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/277:00 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Wed 6/108:50 am
SAW
- ORD
1 stop13h 40m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$1,054
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/117:00 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Tue 6/98:50 am
SAW
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,054
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/111:22 pm
MDW
- IST
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Tue 5/266:00 am
IST
- MDW
2 stops20h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$1,111
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/47:00 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Thu 6/118:50 am
SAW
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,054
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:22 pm
MDW
- IST
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Tue 5/266:00 am
IST
- MDW
2 stops23h 09m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$1,119
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/117:00 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Tue 5/268:50 am
SAW
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,054
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:00 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops25h 30m
Delta
Sun 8/26:00 am
IST
- ORD
2 stops23h 52m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$1,139
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/267:13 pm
MDW
- SAW
2 stops17h 47m
KLM
Tue 6/28:50 am
SAW
- MDW
2 stops17h 43m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,054
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 6/74:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop25h 00m
KLM
Sat 6/136:00 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop16h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$1,056
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/166:00 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops25h 30m
Delta
Tue 6/236:00 am
IST
- ORD
2 stops22h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$1,169
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:20 pm
ORD
- SAW
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/181:35 pm
SAW
- ORD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,770
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/106:30 am
ORD
- SAW
2 stops46h 35m
Emirates
Fri 8/142:05 pm
SAW
- ORD
2 stops41h 12m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$2,190
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/44:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop25h 00m
KLM
Thu 6/186:00 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop16h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,056
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/111:22 pm
MDW
- IST
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Wed 5/276:00 am
IST
- MDW
2 stops20h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,169
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/277:13 pm
MDW
- SAW
2 stops17h 47m
KLM
Wed 6/38:50 am
SAW
- MDW
2 stops17h 43m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/117:13 pm
MDW
- IST
2 stops22h 07m
Delta
Mon 5/186:00 am
IST
- MDW
2 stops20h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,179
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:13 pm
MDW
- SAW
2 stops17h 47m
KLM
Sat 5/308:50 am
SAW
- MDW
2 stops17h 43m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$1,064
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:45 pm
MDW
- IST
2 stops22h 35m
Delta
Sat 9/266:00 am
IST
- MDW
2 stops20h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$1,204
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/47:00 pm
ORD
- SAW
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Thu 6/188:50 am
SAW
- ORD
1 stop13h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,084
Last-minute flights from Chicago to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul. Data last updated April 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul. Data last updated April 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/17:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/125:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$865
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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
- IST
2 stops49h 17m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 2/75:30 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop20h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$834
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sun 5/36:04 am
ORD
- IST
2 stops37h 36m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 2/75:30 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop20h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$862
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/125:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$866
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/98:10 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$826
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/1911:10 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$828
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/95:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$829
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/265:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$843
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/135:00 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$851
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/1711:10 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$856
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 5/57:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/98:10 pm
IST
- ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$813
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 5/57:20 pm
ORD
- IST
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/125:30 am
IST
- ORD
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$859
One-way flights from Chicago to IstanbulSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 6/53:20 pm
MDW
- IST
3 stops44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 6/53:20 pm
MDW
- SAW
3 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/287:25 pm
ORD
- SAW
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$405
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/83:20 pm
MDW
- IST
3 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$410
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/87:25 pm
ORD
- SAW
3 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$410
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 9/177:25 pm
ORD
- SAW
3 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$417
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/87:25 pm
ORD
- IST
3 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/289:00 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/143:45 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 6/1110:15 am
MDW
- SAW
3 stops59h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 8/174:40 pm
ORD
- IST
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/810:15 am
MDW
- SAW
3 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$431
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 April 29, 2026.
Round-trip from | $807 (IEagle) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $385 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $896 |
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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 April 29, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/21
5:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop26h 20m
Istanbul
Tue 11/3
5:55 pm-4:33 pm
2 stops31h 38m
$807
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/18
5:45 pm-3:30 am
2 stops25h 45m
Istanbul
Fri 8/28
6:00 am-2:15 pm
1 stop16h 15m
$874
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/9
4:50 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop15h 30m
Istanbul
Fri 9/18
6:00 am-9:36 pm
2 stops23h 36m
$880
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/4
5:45 pm-3:30 am
2 stops25h 45m
Istanbul
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-6:10 pm
2 stops20h 10m
$969
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/18
8:02 am-6:35 pm
2 stops50h 33m
Istanbul
Mon 8/24
8:05 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop27h 00m
$1,019
ChicagoIstanbul
MDW - SAW
MDWSAW
Chicago Midway
Mon 5/11
7:13 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops17h 47m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 5/18
8:50 am-6:33 pm
2 stops17h 43m
$1,038
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - IST
ORDIST
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/24
6:00 am-6:20 am
2 stops40h 20m
Istanbul
Tue 7/14
8:05 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop27h 00m
$1,048
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 7/6
4:50 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop20h 10m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Wed 9/9
2:40 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop31h 35m
$1,049
ChicagoIstanbul
MDW - SAW
MDWSAW
Chicago Midway
Mon 5/11
7:13 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops17h 47m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Tue 5/26
8:50 am-6:33 pm
2 stops17h 43m
$1,052
ChicagoIstanbul
ORD - SAW
ORDSAW
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/27
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops18h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Wed 6/10
8:50 am-2:30 pm
1 stop13h 40m
$1,054
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul
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CHI-TR5
MDW-SAW
ORD-IST
ORD-SAW
MDW-IST
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CHI-TR5
MDW-SAW
ORD-IST
ORD-SAW
MDW-IST
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul?
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 84 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul (average of $127). Flying from Chicago to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,808). 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 April 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 April 29, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 183 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,LOT, andTurkish 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.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Food
7.3
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
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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 April 29, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$127 | Average$773 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time61% | |
| Cheapest$421 | Average$637 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$440 | Average$868 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$541 | Average$626 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$586 | Average$1,054 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$677 | Average$976 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$719 | Average$822 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$744 | Average$1,191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$755 | Average$1,037 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$757 | Average$889 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |