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$257+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated November 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$554
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$257
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$813
From Kentucky to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 12/38:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 12/128:10 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/4$554
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/38:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 12/78:20 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$555
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 1/188:20 amIST - CVG
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$558
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:25 pmBNA - IST
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 12/236:40 pmIST - BNA
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$561
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:50 pmCVG - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 12/116:40 pmIST - CVG
1 stop32h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$561
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 12/92:57 pmCVG - IST
2 stops23h 48mLufthansa
Fri 1/166:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops19h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 11/3$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:40 pmCVG - IST
2 stops19h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/226:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops19h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:40 pmCVG - IST
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/216:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops22h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:40 pmCVG - IST
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/156:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops22h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:20 pmSDF - IST
2 stops21h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/106:30 amIST - SDF
2 stops20h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:50 amBNA - IST
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/166:30 amIST - BNA
2 stops16h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:45 pmCVG - IST
2 stops19h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:30 amIST - CVG
2 stops16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$574

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 November 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Istanbul that are best for you.

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CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 12/3

8:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

8:20 am-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$555

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 12/10

8:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 1/18

8:20 am-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$558

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 12/10

8:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 1/15

6:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$558

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/13

8:50 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

2:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$558

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 1/14

8:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

2:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$558

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/11

8:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

2:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$558

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/17

2:08 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 57m

Istanbul

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-5:46 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$563

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 12/7

7:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

6:30 am-6:16 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$563

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 12/9

7:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 1/15

6:30 am-8:37 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$563

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/11

5:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-8:37 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$563

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Kentucky to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,233). 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 KY to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 November 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Related info for your journey

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

    British Airways, Lufthansa, and United Airlines can get you from Kentucky to Istanbul in just under 19h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. The distance between Kentucky and Istanbul is about 5483 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 to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $427 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $562 and KLM from $624 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Kentucky to Istanbul consider Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Istanbul, Nashville Intl - Istanbul or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Kentucky to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,233). 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 5 airlines flying from Kentucky to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$693Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$732Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$763Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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