Istanbul

$513+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Istanbul

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MSP — IST
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/157:30 pm
MSP
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SAW
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/228:30 am
SAW
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MSP
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$631
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/157:30 pm
MSP
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IST
3 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/224:30 am
IST
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MSP
3 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$658
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/13:05 pm
MSP
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IST
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:25 am
IST
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MSP
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$723
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/13:05 pm
MSP
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IST
1 stop26h 15m
KLM
Thu 4/306:00 am
IST
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MSP
1 stop13h 25m
KLM
Deal found 3/16$724
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/93:50 pm
MSP
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IST
1 stop25h 30m
KLM
Sun 4/195:20 pm
IST
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MSP
1 stop26h 05m
KLM
Deal found 3/16$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:55 am
MSP
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IST
2 stops36h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/44:30 am
IST
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MSP
2 stops25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/17$746
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/13:05 pm
MSP
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IST
1 stop26h 15m
KLM
Wed 4/296:00 am
IST
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MSP
2 stops17h 18m
KLM
Deal found 3/16$765
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
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
2 stops35h 29m
KLM
Deal found 3/16$772
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 4/207:50 pm
MSP
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IST
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:25 am
IST
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MSP
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$773
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/93:50 pm
MSP
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IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Mon 11/165:55 pm
IST
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MSP
1 stop29h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$777
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:50 am
MSP
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IST
2 stops36h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/294:30 am
IST
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MSP
2 stops24h 03m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/16$781
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 11/143:50 pm
MSP
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IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Thu 11/264:50 am
IST
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MSP
2 stops24h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$788

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 March 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$631
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$974
From Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($293 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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

$822

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/1

3:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$872

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/3

3:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop13h 24m

$873

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/31

9:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop19h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

4:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$898

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/2

9:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop19h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-4:42 pm

1 stop18h 42m

$922
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/6

3:20 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/13

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$926

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/15

9:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/22

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$942

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/3

3:05 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 4/18

8:50 am-4:42 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$942

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/15

6:05 pm-1:20 am

2 stops23h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 7/29

6:00 am-9:37 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$943

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/5

9:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop19h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 4/12

4:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$947

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul

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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 March 13, 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 $1,074). 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.

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 March 21, 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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. 9 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 and Scandinavian Airlines can get you from Minneapolis to Istanbul in just under 26h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 30m. The distance from Minneapolis to Istanbul is about 5483 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $408 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and British Airways, starting at $544 and $556 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 $390. 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?

  • 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, Van Gogh Museum, or Museumplein. Those on a layover in Amsterdam interested in visiting De Dam, Van Gogh Museum, or Museumplein can do so by traveling 7.0 mi, 6.0 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travelers can book a car rental at Amsterdam Schiphol for about $45 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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 $1,074). 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 9 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 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 March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$408Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$544Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$556Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$567Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$616Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$637Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$679Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$797Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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