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$575+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Istanbul

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IND — IST
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Fri 11/145:44 pmIND - IST
2 stops21h 01mLufthansa
Sun 11/236:30 amIST - IND
2 stops19h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$753
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Fri 11/145:17 pmIND - IST
2 stops26h 33mDelta
Sat 11/224:50 amIST - IND
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/30$787
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Fri 11/144:30 pmIND - IST
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/237:35 amIST - IND
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$915
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Sat 12/131:47 pmIND - IST
2 stops27h 23mBritish Airways
Sat 12/206:40 pmIST - IND
2 stops35h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$943
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Fri 11/145:05 amIND - IST
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/232:00 pmIST - IND
2 stops35h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,050
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Fri 11/145:05 amIND - SAW
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/238:25 amSAW - IND
3 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,078
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Mon 11/311:24 amIND - IST
1 stop21h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/52:00 pmIST - IND
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,280
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Sat 12/138:48 amIND - IST
1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/208:30 pmIST - IND
2 stops34h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,379
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Mon 11/35:05 amIND - SAW
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/511:00 amSAW - IND
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,402
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Mon 12/291:48 pmIND - SAW
2 stops23h 27mIberia
Fri 1/911:35 amSAW - IND
2 stops40h 00mIberia
Deal found 10/29$5,959
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Tue 12/301:48 pmIND - SAW
2 stops23h 27mIberia
Sat 1/109:15 amSAW - IND
2 stops41h 25mIberia
Deal found 10/30$6,274
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Mon 12/298:00 pmIND - SAW
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/911:05 pmSAW - IND
2 stops52h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$10,365

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$575
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,349
From Indianapolis to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($167 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Istanbul that are best for you.

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IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Mon 1/19

11:25 am-5:55 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 1/26

6:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$575

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Sun 1/18

3:52 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Sun 1/18

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 1/26

6:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Mon 1/19

12:25 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Tue 1/20

2:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-8:26 pm

2 stops21h 56m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Thu 1/22

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

6:30 am-5:52 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Sat 1/17

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

6:30 am-5:52 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Sun 1/18

3:52 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

6:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Wed 1/21

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 1/29

6:30 am-8:02 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$576

IndianapolisIstanbul

IND - IST

INDIST

Indianapolis

Wed 1/21

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$576

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Indianapolis to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $987). 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 IND to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Istanbul in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis 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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Indianapolis (IND) if they book a flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul. On average, Indianapolis has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 airlines. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul?

    Departing from Indianapolis to Istanbul will take you 17h 42m. Indianapolis and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 5550 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($630), British Airways ($641), and United Airlines ($762) offers the cheapest pricing from Indianapolis to Istanbul. Lufthansa is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Indianapolis to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $987). 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 6 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$630Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$641Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$762Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$776Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$897Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,322Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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