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$311+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Istanbul

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RDU — IST
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:50 pm
RDU
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IST
2 stops23h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/221:55 pm
IST
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RDU
2 stops16h 49m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/9$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 3/109:35 pm
RDU
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IST
1 stop20h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 3/177:35 am
IST
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RDU
1 stop18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$561
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:35 pm
RDU
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IST
1 stop20h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 3/187:35 am
IST
-
RDU
1 stop18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$562
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/67:50 pm
RDU
-
IST
2 stops18h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 4/203:45 am
IST
-
RDU
2 stops24h 28m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/9$563
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/77:50 pm
RDU
-
IST
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/211:55 pm
IST
-
RDU
2 stops31h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$566
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Mon 4/62:45 pm
RDU
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IST
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/211:55 pm
IST
-
RDU
2 stops16h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sun 5/33:40 pm
RDU
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IST
1 stop22h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 5/125:40 am
IST
-
RDU
2 stops20h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/63:40 pm
RDU
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IST
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 4/225:40 am
IST
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RDU
2 stops16h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$570
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 4/77:50 pm
RDU
-
IST
2 stops23h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 4/143:45 am
IST
-
RDU
2 stops26h 59m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/9$571
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:30 pm
RDU
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SAW
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/161:15 am
SAW
-
RDU
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$631
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/282:27 pm
RDU
-
SAW
2 stops23h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/62:40 pm
SAW
-
RDU
2 stops37h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$674
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/128:30 pm
RDU
-
SAW
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/161:15 am
SAW
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RDU
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$729

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 February 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$558
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$311
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$635
From Raleigh-Durham to Istanbul
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Istanbul that are best for you.

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RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

9:35 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 3/18

7:35 am-6:40 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$562

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/6

3:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

3:45 am-9:13 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$564

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

9:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$566

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/6

3:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 4/22

5:40 am-3:10 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$570

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/3

3:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

5:40 am-11:49 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$572

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

1:55 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops37h 48m

$576

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

1:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

1:55 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$576

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

3:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$583

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/24

6:26 pm-3:50 am

2 stops26h 24m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

4:25 am-3:36 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$614

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/19

3:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

1:55 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops40h 49m

$644

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul (average of $380). Flying from Raleigh to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $987). 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 often are flights from Raleigh to Istanbul delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Raleigh and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Raleigh to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 February 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Turkish Airlines, and Icelandair from Raleigh to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
8,175 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
4,211 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
7.1
Good
611 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
7,779 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,731 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,175 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 11 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Istanbul?

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to Istanbul in 20h 25m. Fly via American Airlines, Lufthansa, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5404 mi between Raleigh and Istanbul. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Istanbul round-trip from $382. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $549, and Air Canada, from $610. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Istanbul for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Of the flights from Raleigh to Istanbul that have layovers, most of them stop in Frankfurt am Main. Paris sees the next most layovers on Raleigh to Istanbul flights.

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

    Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache are the most popular attractions in Frankfurt am Main if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $46 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Paris?

    If you're on a layover in Paris and looking for things to do, consider visiting Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, or Louvre Museum. Travelers on a layover in Paris can visit Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum, by traveling 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively after landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those looking to explore during their layover in Paris can rent a car from Paris Charles de Gaulle for about $37 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Istanbul layover in New York least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul (average of $380). Flying from Raleigh to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $987). 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 10 airlines flying from Raleigh to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$382Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$549Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$610Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$620Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$645Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$658Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$723Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$781Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$858Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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