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$358+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — WAS
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

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

$495
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$358
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$611

Good round-trip deal

$635 or less

Good one-way deal

$657 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:35 amIST - BWI
1 stop19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/187:25 pmBWI - IST
2 stops21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$495
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:40 pmIST - BWI
1 stop32h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 11/118:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$498
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:15 pmIST - BWI
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 11/98:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$499
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/148:20 amIST - BWI
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 1/196:09 pmBWI - IST
2 stops21h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$500
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/112:55 pmIST - BWI
1 stop35h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 11/197:25 pmBWI - IST
2 stops21h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/17$501
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:40 pmIST - BWI
2 stops30h 16mBritish Airways
Sun 12/78:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop12h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/138:25 amIST - BWI
2 stops20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/138:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$508
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:25 amIST - BWI
1 stop18h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 12/48:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$534
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/138:15 pmIST - BWI
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 11/138:35 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$535
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/234:50 amIST - IAD
2 stops19h 15mKLM
Sun 12/76:05 pmIAD - IST
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Deal found 9/16$565
This Ucuzabilet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Ucuzabilet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/204:20 amIST - IAD
1 stop21h 55mAir France
Sun 11/99:25 pmIAD - IST
1 stop22h 25mAir France
Deal found 9/16$569
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/135:05 pmIST - IAD
1 stop29h 30mKLM
Thu 11/135:03 pmIAD - IST
2 stops15h 52mKLM
Deal found 9/16$570

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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Washington, D.C.

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

11:58 am-5:30 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$495

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/11

8:35 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 25m

$498

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

5:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/9

5:46 pm-12:50 am

2 stops23h 04m

$498

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

2:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/9

5:46 pm-12:50 am

2 stops23h 04m

$498

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

8:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/19

6:09 pm-12:05 am

2 stops21h 56m

$500

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

2:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/19

7:25 pm-12:25 am

2 stops21h 00m

$501

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/18

2:46 pm-1:00 am

2 stops26h 14m

$501

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Fri 10/31

5:55 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

5:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$567

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

6:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/9

9:45 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$579

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

8:20 am-7:31 pm

2 stops19h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

8:10 pm-12:05 am

2 stops19h 55m

$580

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 IST to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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 IST to WAS 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 Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $401.

What’s the fastest layover option from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 10m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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 Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $495, American Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. from Istanbul Airport in 19h 10m. The distance between Istanbul Airport and Washington, D.C. is about 5166 mi. 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 Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $411. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $452, and Lufthansa, from $552. Users have found that KLM is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $403. However, be on the lookout for offers from Icelandair and LOT, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Istanbul - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Thai Airways (85%), Turkish Airlines (73%) or Pakistan International Airlines (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $612. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $465 on average, our data indicates $2,239 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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
KLMCheapest$411Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$452Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$552Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$619Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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