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$235+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — IST
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Istanbul are usually found in November or December, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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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 December 23, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/317:45 pmPHL - IST
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Sat 1/102:55 pmIST - PHL
2 stops28h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/22$792
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:15 pmPHL - IST
2 stops19h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 12/289:20 pmIST - PHL
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,016
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/267:45 pmPHL - IST
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 12/289:20 pmIST - PHL
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,145
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:55 pmPHL - SAW
2 stops40h 00mIberia
Sat 1/109:15 amSAW - PHL
2 stops36h 50mIberia
Deal found 12/21$1,804
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:30 pmPHL - SAW
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/269:15 amSAW - PHL
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,151
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:40 pmPHL - SAW
1 stop32h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 1/101:40 pmSAW - PHL
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/20$2,313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:50 amPHL - SAW
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/288:30 amSAW - PHL
3 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,417
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2411:40 amPHL - SAW
2 stops21h 45mKLM
Sun 12/289:00 amSAW - PHL
2 stops22h 17mKLM
Deal found 12/21$2,743
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/315:49 pmPHL - SAW
2 stops19h 31mKLM
Sat 1/109:00 amSAW - PHL
2 stops22h 13mKLM
Deal found 12/22$3,012
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/2611:33 amPHL - SAW
2 stops21h 52mKLM
Sun 12/289:00 amSAW - PHL
2 stops22h 17mKLM
Deal found 12/22$3,493

Find 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 December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$726
(KLM)

One-way from

$235
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$921
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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 December 23, 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

Sun 2/15

12:29 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 26m

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

4:50 am-6:52 pm

2 stops22h 02m

$726

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Wed 4/22

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

5:40 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 3/27

9:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Mon 2/2

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 3/26

9:00 am-12:57 am

2 stops22h 57m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Mon 1/19

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/26

12:55 pm-12:21 am

2 stops19h 26m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Tue 2/3

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 3/26

9:00 am-12:57 am

2 stops22h 57m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Tue 1/20

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/27

12:55 pm-12:21 am

2 stops19h 26m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Thu 2/5

6:51 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 3/27

9:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

5:33 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops15h 52m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 3/26

9:00 am-12:57 am

2 stops22h 57m

$735

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

5:17 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 38m

Istanbul

Tue 2/10

4:50 am-5:42 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$739

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul is 18 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul (average of $423). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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 December 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines from Philadelphia 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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,686 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,649 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,605 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul can take about 20h 26m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $726. There are 5076 mi between Philadelphia and Istanbul. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $668, KLM will fly you from Philadelphia to Istanbul and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $751 and $768, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 34% 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 $456 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $541 and British Airways from $543 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul (average of $423). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$668Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$768Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$823Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$878Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$918Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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