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$380+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Istanbul

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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 April 1, 2026.

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.
Mon 8/176:27 pm
PHL
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2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Wed 8/266:00 am
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PHL
2 stops21h 33m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$757
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:40 am
PHL
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2 stops35h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/94:30 am
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PHL
2 stops25h 07m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$797
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.
Mon 7/276:17 pm
PHL
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IST
2 stops26h 13m
Delta
Thu 8/276:00 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops24h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$812
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 7/225:28 pm
PHL
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IST
2 stops27h 02m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops25h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/28$813
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sun 3/296:25 pm
PHL
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IST
2 stops26h 05m
Delta
Sun 4/56:00 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops20h 49m
Delta
Deal found 3/28$817
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.
Fri 4/35:18 pm
PHL
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IST
2 stops27h 12m
Delta
Mon 4/136:00 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$818
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/29:40 am
PHL
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IST
2 stops34h 50m
Delta
Mon 4/134:25 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops25h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$819
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.
Sun 4/126:05 am
PHL
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IST
2 stops38h 25m
Delta
Sun 5/35:20 pm
IST
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PHL
2 stops30h 17m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$824
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/23:00 pm
PHL
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IST
2 stops29h 30m
Delta
Sat 5/96:00 am
IST
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PHL
2 stops24h 07m
Delta
Deal found 3/29$830
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/25:00 pm
PHL
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2 stops27h 30m
Delta
Fri 4/106:00 am
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PHL
2 stops24h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$831
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sun 4/265:32 pm
PHL
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2 stops26h 58m
Delta
Tue 5/54:25 am
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PHL
2 stops25h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/29$858
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:58 pm
PHL
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SAW
2 stops19h 02m
KLM
Tue 4/218:50 am
SAW
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PHL
2 stops19h 03m
KLM
Deal found 3/30$862

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 April 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$757
(Delta)

One-way from

$380
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$881
From Philadelphia to Istanbul
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($231 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 April 1, 2026.
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

Mon 8/17

6:27 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 03m

Istanbul

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-10:37 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$758

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Tue 4/14

6:29 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 01m

Istanbul

Tue 4/21

6:00 am-6:08 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$817

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sun 4/26

5:32 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 58m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$817

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

6:29 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 01m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-7:27 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$818

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sat 4/11

5:18 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 12m

Istanbul

Sat 4/18

4:25 am-11:58 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$818

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Mon 4/20

5:19 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 11m

Istanbul

Mon 4/27

4:25 am-8:53 pm

2 stops23h 28m

$818

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sat 5/2

3:00 pm-3:30 am

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-11:07 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$830

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Tue 4/14

6:58 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops19h 02m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/21

8:50 am-8:53 pm

2 stops19h 03m

$862

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - IST

PHLIST

Philadelphia

Sat 5/9

4:30 pm-3:30 am

2 stops28h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-11:22 pm

2 stops24h 22m

$880

PhiladelphiaIstanbul

PHL - SAW

PHLSAW

Philadelphia

Mon 4/20

12:29 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 36m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 4/27

8:50 am-8:53 pm

2 stops19h 03m

$955

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul

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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 March 13, 2026.

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 $427). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $668). 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 Philadelphia 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 1, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andAmerican 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.

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul can take about 19h 02m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $862. There are 5116 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 $743 and $767, respectively. Users have found that KLM 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 $456 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $463 and British Airways from $520 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 $427). Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $668). 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 7 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$668Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$743Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$767Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$790Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$862Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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