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$241+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Istanbul

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WAS — IST
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul are usually found in September or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$564
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$241
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$885
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Istanbul
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/87:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Fri 11/1412:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$564
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Wed 11/127:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Fri 11/2112:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/16$565
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Mon 11/1712:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$580
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Wed 11/57:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Fri 11/2112:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$587
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Wed 11/197:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Mon 11/2412:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$632
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Wed 11/59:00 amBWI - IST
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Tue 11/184:50 amIST - BWI
2 stops22h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/15$638
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Mon 11/35:00 pmBWI - IST
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Tue 11/184:50 amIST - BWI
2 stops22h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/17$639
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Wed 12/107:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Fri 12/1912:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$659
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Sat 11/18:40 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mIcelandair
Fri 11/712:25 pmIST - BWI
1 stop14h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 9/15$673
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Fri 10/245:00 pmIAD - SAW
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:35 amSAW - IAD
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$684
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Sat 11/87:45 pmBWI - IST
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Thu 11/204:50 amIST - BWI
2 stops27h 38mDelta
Deal found 9/16$688
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Mon 11/35:00 pmBWI - IST
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Sun 11/164:50 amIST - BWI
2 stops20h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/17$689

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - IST

BWIIST

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/5

7:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

12:25 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$587

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - IST

BWIIST

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/12

4:49 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 01m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

4:50 am-6:08 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$638

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - IST

BWIIST

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/3

5:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

4:50 am-6:22 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$639

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

9:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 11/9

4:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$733

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - IST

BWIIST

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/12

10:47 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

4:20 am-5:06 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$733

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 11/25

6:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$745

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

6:50 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

4:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$746

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

7:49 pm-3:50 am

2 stops24h 01m

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

4:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$748

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

DCA - IST

DCAIST

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/4

8:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-10:26 am

2 stops35h 56m

$750

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 12/19

6:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$751

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul (average of $910). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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 WAS to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul will take you 20h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5166 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul round-trip from $583. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $630, and British Airways, from $654. Icelandair is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

    Consider Thai Airways (93%), Turkish Airlines (75%) or Pakistan International Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul is $305. On average you can expect to pay $1,952. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $616.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

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

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Festhalle more than anywhere else. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Festhalle can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $39 per day.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $40 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Istanbul flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul (average of $910). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,358). 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 Washington, D.C. to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$583Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$654Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Royal JordanianCheapest$669Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$687Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$696Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SAUDIACheapest$713Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
KLMCheapest$732Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$744Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$748Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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