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$286+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — IST
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Tue 8/18
Tue 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 19, 2026.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/169:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/311:45 pm
IST
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IAD
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/14$760
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:00 pm
IAD
-
IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/238:05 pm
IST
-
IAD
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$761
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:00 pm
IAD
-
IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/318:05 pm
IST
-
IAD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$762
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/205:40 pm
IAD
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SAW
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/3010:10 am
SAW
-
IAD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$762
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Mon 9/79:00 pm
IAD
-
IST
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/158:05 pm
IST
-
IAD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$763
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/169:00 pm
IAD
-
IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/2811:40 am
IST
-
IAD
1 stop35h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$764
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/68:05 pm
IST
-
IAD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$765
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Mon 9/79:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/2211:40 am
IST
-
IAD
1 stop35h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$766
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/2211:40 am
IST
-
IAD
1 stop35h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/17$767
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 9/149:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/151:45 pm
IST
-
IAD
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/17$768
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Mon 9/149:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/1811:40 am
IST
-
IAD
1 stop28h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/19$769
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/69:00 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/98:05 pm
IST
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IAD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/16$770

Find 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 July 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$760
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$286
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,223
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/16

9:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 10/17

8:05 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$858

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - SAW

BWISAW

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/30

8:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 9/6

7:25 am-7:25 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$902

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - IST

BWIIST

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/7

9:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop31h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 11/19

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$911

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - SAW

IADSAW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

5:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 9/19

10:20 am-7:10 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$930

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - IST

IADIST

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/6

9:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop38h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 8/28

11:40 am-3:40 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$932

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - SAW

BWISAW

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/19

8:30 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 8/31

8:30 am-7:25 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$939

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - SAW

IADSAW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/27

5:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/14

10:20 am-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$981

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - SAW

IADSAW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

5:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 9/30

10:20 am-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$982

Washington, D.C.Istanbul

IAD - SAW

IADSAW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/12

3:15 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/5

9:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$993

BaltimoreIstanbul

BWI - SAW

BWISAW

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/19

8:30 pm-6:50 am

3 stops27h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 8/26

8:30 am-7:25 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$1,009

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul (average of $727). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,289). 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 July 19, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 July 19, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Istanbul flights?

Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 64 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 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 June 20, 2026.

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

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 July 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Delta, andTurkish 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,447 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Icelandair
7.0
Good
713 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,147 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,541 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul will take you 18h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5247 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 $393. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $555, and Scandinavian Airlines, from $565. Icelandair is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul one-way?

    $326 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian, with prices starting from $441 and $542, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Istanbul, Baltimore/Washington - Istanbul or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Istanbul as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider MIAT Mongolian (85%), Turkish Airlines (74%) or Pakistan International Airlines (74%) 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 $408. On average you can expect to pay $2,525. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $740.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul (average of $727). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,289). 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 July 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$393Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$555Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$565Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$628Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$650Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$664Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$686Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$696Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$732Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$768Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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