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$574+ Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Istanbul

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — IST
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul

Best flights from Lexington to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/312:45 pmLEX - IST
2 stops21h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/77:35 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 2/68:35 amLEX - IST
2 stops25h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/106:30 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$576
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 1/305:32 pmLEX - IST
2 stops40h 33mLufthansa
Fri 2/67:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops33h 31mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$600
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:33 pmLEX - IST
2 stops41h 42mBritish Airways
Sun 5/34:10 pmIST - LEX
2 stops35h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$615
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/188:10 amLEX - IST
2 stops24h 45mKLM
Wed 1/214:50 amIST - LEX
2 stops23h 52mKLM
Deal found 12/17$739
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/302:00 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Fri 2/66:30 amIST - LEX
3 stops42h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$926
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 4/212:39 pmLEX - IST
2 stops29h 41mDelta
Sat 4/116:00 amIST - LEX
2 stops22h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/15$933
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 4/27:10 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops34h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 4/111:35 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops58h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,611
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 1/185:18 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops20h 02mKLM
Thu 1/229:00 amSAW - LEX
2 stops19h 42mKLM
Deal found 12/17$879
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 1/46:00 amLEX - IST
2 stops32h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/116:30 amIST - LEX
2 stops46h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,519
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:25 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops37h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 5/33:30 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops36h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,621
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 2/68:07 amLEX - SAW
2 stops44h 03mQatar Airways
Tue 2/101:40 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops40h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,792
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 4/22:00 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Sat 4/111:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops34h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$2,825
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 1/48:04 amLEX - SAW
2 stops44h 06mQatar Airways
Sun 1/111:40 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops36h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/15$2,337
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/182:00 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Thu 1/226:30 amIST - LEX
3 stops42h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$3,142

Find flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$574
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,553
From Lexington Blue Grass to Istanbul
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Istanbul that are best for you.

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LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 1/31

2:45 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 2/7

7:35 am-10:10 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$574

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/6

8:35 am-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-8:31 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$576

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 1/30

5:32 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops40h 33m

Istanbul

Fri 2/6

7:00 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops33h 31m

$600

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 4/25

6:33 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops41h 42m

Istanbul

Sun 5/3

4:10 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$615

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/18

8:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

4:50 am-8:42 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$739

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - SAW

LEXSAW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/18

5:18 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 02m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-8:42 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$879

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 1/30

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 2/6

6:30 am-5:04 pm

3 stops42h 34m

$926

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 4/2

12:39 pm-1:20 am

2 stops29h 41m

Istanbul

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-9:42 pm

2 stops22h 42m

$933

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 1/11

6:30 am-8:31 pm

2 stops46h 01m

$1,519

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - SAW

LEXSAW

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 4/2

7:10 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 4/11

1:35 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops58h 58m

$1,611

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Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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 LEX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Istanbul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) if they book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul. On average, Blue Grass has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 0 airlines. Lexington Blue Grass is conveniently located just 5.6 mi from Lexington’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Lexington to Istanbul?

    There are many flights that can get you from Lexington to Istanbul in 21h 30m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. The distance from Lexington to Istanbul is about 5531 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul (average of $574). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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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