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$338+ Cheap flights from Istanbul 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — WAS
Jun 4 — Jun 111
Thu 6/4
Thu 6/11
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 5, 2026.

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Thu 6/48:15 am
IST
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BWI
1 stop18h 25m
British Airways
Thu 7/99:30 pm
BWI
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IST
1 stop20h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 5/2$640
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:35 am
IST
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BWI
1 stop19h 10m
British Airways
Sun 11/228:35 pm
BWI
-
IST
1 stop12h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/5$651
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/158:15 pm
IST
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IAD
1 stop28h 15m
British Airways
Mon 6/227:20 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop22h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1$652
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/298:30 pm
IST
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BWI
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
Sun 11/88:35 pm
BWI
-
IST
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 4/30$652
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/158:15 pm
IST
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IAD
1 stop28h 15m
British Airways
Wed 7/15:45 pm
IAD
-
IST
1 stop35h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 4/30$653
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/28:15 am
IST
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BWI
1 stop18h 25m
British Airways
Sat 6/279:30 pm
BWI
-
IST
1 stop20h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4$653
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/117:40 am
IST
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IAD
Nonstop10h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/161:20 pm
IAD
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IST
Nonstop9h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$656
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/191:10 pm
IST
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DCA
2 stops16h 52m
British Airways
Sun 10/112:55 pm
DCA
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IST
2 stops16h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 5/5$656
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:35 am
IST
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IAD
2 stops19h 46m
British Airways
Sun 11/226:20 pm
IAD
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IST
1 stop15h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1$657
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:35 am
IST
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DCA
2 stops19h 16m
British Airways
Sun 11/223:59 pm
DCA
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IST
2 stops17h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1$657
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/227:40 am
IST
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IAD
Nonstop10h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/241:20 pm
IAD
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IST
Nonstop9h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5$660
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:40 am
IST
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IAD
Nonstop10h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 7/111:20 pm
IAD
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IST
Nonstop9h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$662

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) 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 May 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$640
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$338
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$716
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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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Fri 5/29

8:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/1

9:30 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$651

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Wed 6/17

8:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/24

9:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop19h 50m

$651

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Sat 9/19

8:15 am-5:15 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/11

9:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 50m

$651

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Sat 9/19

1:10 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/11

2:55 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$656

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Thu 6/18

8:15 am-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/1

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$686

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Fri 5/15

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/25

6:10 pm-1:20 am

1 stop24h 10m

$710

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Tue 6/16

1:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/14

8:15 am-1:00 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$715

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Mon 6/15

5:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/21

3:39 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$715

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Sat 7/11

5:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/25

10:37 am-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$717

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Sun 10/11

4:25 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/21

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$718

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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 to Washington, D.C.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 49 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 to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $321). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $573). 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 May 5, 2026.

When flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul 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 May 5, 2026.

The most flights from TR5 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

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

About 27% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.

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 May 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Istanbul 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
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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
1,511 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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
4,350 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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
7,974 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,944 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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 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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like British Airways, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in about 14h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 14m. The distance between Istanbul and Washington, D.C. is about 5207 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    KLM, at $451, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Lufthansa. KLM is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $378. Users have also found prices from $394 and $442 on Egyptair and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. is Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. are Thai Airways (64%), MIAT Mongolian (61%) and Turkish Airlines (59%).

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

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. is generally $726, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $620. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $683 for that flight.

  • 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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $321). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $573). 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$451Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$551Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$579Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$613Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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