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$282+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — IST
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Istanbul are usually found in October or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$780
(IEagle)

One-way from

$282
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$940
From Houston to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 11/110:05 pmIAH - IST
Nonstop12h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/72:50 pmIST - IAH
Nonstop13h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$780
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/93:30 pmIAH - SAW
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Tue 11/189:00 amSAW - IAH
2 stops21h 12mKLM
Deal found 9/17$780
This ubfly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 ubfly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/119:00 pmIAH - IST
Nonstop12h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/222:00 pmIST - IAH
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$785
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/56:09 pmIAH - SAW
2 stops18h 11mKLM
Wed 11/199:00 amSAW - IAH
2 stops21h 12mKLM
Deal found 9/16$785
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/2310:00 amIAH - IST
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/28:30 pmIST - IAH
2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$787
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 11/97:10 amIAH - IST
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:25 pmIST - IAH
3 stops33h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$788
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/56:00 amIAH - SAW
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:15 amSAW - IAH
3 stops32h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$789
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 11/2412:30 pmIAH - IST
2 stops19h 25mKLM
Wed 12/105:55 pmIST - IAH
2 stops32h 48mKLM
Deal found 9/16$791
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 11/147:00 amIAH - SAW
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/199:15 amSAW - IAH
3 stops32h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$791
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/127:00 amIAH - SAW
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/209:15 amSAW - IAH
3 stops45h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$792
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:00 pmIAH - IST
Nonstop12h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/92:00 pmIST - IAH
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$793
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/172:25 pmIAH - IST
Nonstop11h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/142:00 pmIST - IAH
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$794

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - SAW

IAHSAW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

6:00 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/3

12:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$785

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - SAW

IAHSAW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

3:10 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/26

9:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$785

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - SAW

IAHSAW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/31

6:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 1/31

9:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$785

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - SAW

IAHSAW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/24

3:09 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 16m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/10

12:55 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops20h 02m

$785

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/15

9:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

$791

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/30

4:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 12/22

4:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$801

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/2

4:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

4:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$801

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/6

4:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 3/4

4:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$801

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/5

3:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

4:50 am-2:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$808

HoustonIstanbul

IAH - IST

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/2

4:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 12/21

4:50 am-5:59 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$811

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 60 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 Houston to Istanbul?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Istanbul (average of $910). Flying from Houston to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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 HOU to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Istanbul in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 1, 2024.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Istanbul?

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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Istanbul, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Houston to Istanbul can take about 12h 05m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $791. Houston and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 6353 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to Istanbul round-trip from $621. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $720, and KLM, from $754. British Airways is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The most popular route from Houston to Istanbul is Houston Hobby - Istanbul. You may also consider Houston George Bush Intcntl - Istanbul or Houston Hobby - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Istanbul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Istanbul (average of $910). Flying from Houston to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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 Houston to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$621Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$720Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$754Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$795Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$811Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$827Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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