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$350+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Istanbul

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PHL — IST
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 May 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$734
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$370
(Kiwi.com)

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November

Average price

$1,147
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 8/123:20 pmPHL - IST
2 stops16h 30mAir Canada
Mon 8/259:20 pmIST - PHL
2 stops32h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$734
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:35 pmPHL - IST
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/128:00 pmIST - PHL
2 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$741
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/225:35 pmPHL - IST
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/36:30 amIST - PHL
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$747
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 10/11:00 pmPHL - IST
2 stops31h 25mDelta
Thu 10/234:20 amIST - PHL
2 stops27h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/11$798
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 10/286:35 pmPHL - IST
1 stop21h 10mLufthansa
Thu 11/136:30 amIST - PHL
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11$812
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:40 pmPHL - SAW
2 stops36h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 11/123:50 pmSAW - PHL
1 stop32h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/11$816
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 7/206:30 pmPHL - IST
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 3/37:35 amIST - PHL
1 stop16h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/12$846
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Fri 12/267:45 pmPHL - IST
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/317:35 amIST - PHL
2 stops20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,075
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 5/2010:45 amPHL - SAW
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2810:10 amSAW - PHL
3 stops44h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,089
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 9/258:30 pmPHL - SAW
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 10/131:35 pmSAW - PHL
1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/10$1,182

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 8/12

3:20 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 8/25

9:20 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$734

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 10/28

6:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 11/12

8:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops50h 50m

$741

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 7/22

5:35 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-10:56 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$747

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

1:00 pm-3:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 10/23

4:20 am-12:23 am

2 stops27h 03m

$798

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 10/28

6:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$812

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Tue 10/28

7:40 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/12

3:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$816

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sun 7/20

6:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

7:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$846

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

8:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 10/13

1:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 25m

$1,182

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Sat 10/4

10:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop32h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 10/16

4:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,239

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Fri 10/31

8:20 am-1:45 pm

2 stops46h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/9

2:45 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops34h 37m

$1,706

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,419). 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 PHL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 May 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Philadelphia to Istanbul have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,340 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 8 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $734, Air Canada will fly you from Philadelphia to Istanbul and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $747 and $798, respectively. Users have found that Air Canada is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $560 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $570 and Turkish Airlines from $572 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,419). 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 Philadelphia to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$706Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$720Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$769Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$776Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$782Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$825Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$879Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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