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$358+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Istanbul

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May 4 — May 111
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 11/43:50 pm
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2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Tue 11/175:55 pm
IST
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MSP
1 stop27h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$728
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/289:40 pm
MSP
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1 stop34h 40m
Delta
Mon 5/45:20 pm
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MSP
1 stop26h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$773
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/287:58 am
MSP
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IST
2 stops24h 22m
Delta
Tue 5/54:25 am
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MSP
1 stop16h 55m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$777
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/276:00 am
MSP
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IST
2 stops26h 20m
Delta
Mon 5/45:20 pm
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MSP
1 stop26h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$778
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/34:30 pm
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1 stop27h 00m
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Mon 8/246:00 am
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MSP
2 stops22h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$796
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/206:25 pm
MSP
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SAW
2 stops18h 35m
KLM
Wed 4/298:50 am
SAW
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MSP
1 stop15h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/31$813
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/39:40 pm
MSP
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SAW
1 stop17h 15m
KLM
Mon 5/182:40 pm
SAW
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MSP
1 stop34h 02m
KLM
Deal found 4/3$816
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/129:40 pm
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SAW
1 stop15h 20m
KLM
Wed 5/138:50 am
SAW
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MSP
1 stop15h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/31$817
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:50 pm
MSP
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SAW
1 stop13h 15m
KLM
Wed 4/228:50 am
SAW
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MSP
1 stop15h 52m
KLM
Deal found 4/3$818
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/219:40 pm
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1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:25 am
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1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$822
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/127:50 pm
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1 stop21h 30m
KLM
Wed 5/134:25 am
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1 stop21h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/2$823
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/203:50 pm
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1 stop25h 30m
KLM
Mon 5/45:20 pm
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1 stop26h 04m
KLM
Deal found 3/31$824

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$773
(Delta)

One-way from

$358
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,186
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/28

9:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 5/4

5:20 pm-11:24 am

1 stop26h 04m

$773

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/15

3:05 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/22

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$817

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/6

3:05 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/13

2:40 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop32h 01m

$817

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/20

3:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 4/30

8:50 am-11:24 am

1 stop34h 34m

$817

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/22

7:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/29

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$818

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/20

3:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/29

8:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop34h 35m

$818

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/20

7:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

4:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$823

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/15

9:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop19h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 4/22

4:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$823

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/30

9:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 5/7

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$827

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

9:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/1

2:40 pm-11:24 am

1 stop28h 44m

$827

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Istanbul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul (average of $374). Flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,075). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis 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 April 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from Minneapolis 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,295 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
630 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,385 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), located 7.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul. 8 airlines have flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul?

    KLM can get you from Minneapolis to Istanbul in just under 21h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Minneapolis to Istanbul is about 5522 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Minneapolis to Istanbul is Icelandair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $399 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and United Airlines, starting at $556 and $567 round-trip. Icelandair is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Icelandair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $395. KLM flights start at $440 while deals on Delta start at $465 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul?

    Minneapolis to Istanbul flights have a layover in Amsterdam most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Amsterdam?

    If you're on a layover in Amsterdam and looking for things to do, consider visiting De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, or Van Gogh Museum. Those on a layover in Amsterdam interested in visiting De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, or Van Gogh Museum can do so by traveling 7.0 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travelers can book a car rental at Amsterdam Schiphol for about $42 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Minneapolis to Istanbul flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul is Frankfurt am Main.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul (average of $374). Flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,075). 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 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$399Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$556Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$567Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$620Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$637Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$679Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$797Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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