Istanbul

$465+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) to Istanbul

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STL — IST
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/275:36 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops25h 54m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
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STL
2 stops27h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$640
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/66:10 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Fri 7/176:00 am
IST
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STL
2 stops24h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/6$684
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 7/226:04 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops25h 26m
Delta
Wed 7/294:25 am
IST
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STL
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Deal found 5/5$685
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/306:58 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops24h 32m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
-
STL
2 stops27h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$690
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 9/165:45 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Tue 11/35:55 pm
IST
-
STL
2 stops33h 06m
Delta
Deal found 5/5$694
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/263:57 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops27h 33m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
-
STL
2 stops27h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Tue 9/13:42 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops27h 48m
Delta
Tue 9/156:00 am
IST
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STL
2 stops18h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/2$707
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/256:00 am
STL
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IST
2 stops26h 20m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
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STL
2 stops27h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$754
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/36:10 pm
STL
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IST
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Mon 7/136:00 am
IST
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STL
2 stops25h 53m
Delta
Deal found 5/6$759
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/13:50 pm
STL
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IST
1 stop21h 55m
Lufthansa
Sun 11/156:30 am
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STL
1 stop16h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/1$847
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 11/14:15 pm
STL
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SAW
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/158:50 am
SAW
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STL
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,028
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 9/13:42 pm
STL
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SAW
2 stops17h 23m
KLM
Tue 9/158:50 am
SAW
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STL
2 stops19h 41m
KLM
Deal found 5/2$1,029

Find flight deals from St. Louis to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$640
(Delta)

One-way from

$465
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,224
From Lambert-St Louis to Istanbul
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/22

6:04 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 26m

Istanbul

Wed 7/29

4:25 am-11:53 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$685

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 9/16

5:45 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 11/3

5:55 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$694

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 7/3

6:10 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 7/13

6:00 am-11:53 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$759

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/1

3:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 11/14

4:45 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$866

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/29

3:57 pm-1:20 am

2 stops25h 23m

Istanbul

Tue 8/4

4:25 am-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 33m

$890

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - SAW

STLSAW

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/1

4:15 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/15

8:50 am-3:30 pm

2 stops39h 40m

$1,028

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - SAW

STLSAW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/28

6:04 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops18h 56m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 6/8

8:50 am-8:39 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$1,064

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/16

7:05 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 5/23

5:20 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,159

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/25

6:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 7/30

4:25 am-11:53 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$1,259

St. LouisIstanbul

STL - IST

STLIST

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/8

6:10 pm-1:20 am

2 stops23h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 6/28

4:25 am-8:39 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$1,289

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight from St. Louis to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul (average of $479). Flying from St. Louis to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $968). 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 St. Louis 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 May 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from St. Louis to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Istanbul?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Lambert-St Louis; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the St. Louis airport to Istanbul. It is only a 12.7 mi journey to Lambert-St Louis (STL) from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Istanbul?

    There are many flights that can get you from St. Louis to Istanbul in 18h 56m. Fly via Delta, Lufthansa, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from St. Louis to Istanbul is about 5746 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Istanbul round-trip from $545. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $576, and Lufthansa, from $585. American Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul one-way?

    $425 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $524 and $660, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Istanbul?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul (average of $479). Flying from St. Louis to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $968). 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 St. Louis to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$545Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$576Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$585Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$608Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$613Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$627Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$633Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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