Washington, D.C.

$360+ Cheap flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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IST — WAS
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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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 December 23, 2025.

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Sun 12/285:55 pmIST - IAD
1 stop30h 10mKLM
Fri 1/912:23 pmIAD - IST
2 stops20h 32mKLM
Deal found 12/21$643
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/265:55 pmIST - IAD
1 stop30h 10mKLM
Thu 1/16:05 pmIAD - IST
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/22$647
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/264:50 amIST - IAD
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Thu 1/16:05 pmIAD - IST
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/22$653
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Tue 12/235:55 pmIST - IAD
2 stops31h 43mDelta
Tue 12/306:00 amIAD - IST
2 stops26h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/22$658
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/264:50 amIST - IAD
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Wed 12/319:40 pmIAD - IST
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/22$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/254:50 amIST - IAD
2 stops26h 18mDelta
Thu 1/16:05 pmIAD - IST
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$664
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Thu 12/254:50 amIST - DCA
2 stops24h 47mDelta
Thu 1/112:32 pmDCA - IST
2 stops20h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/22$664
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Mon 12/2910:10 pmIST - IAD
1 stop27h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Thu 1/298:30 pmIAD - IST
1 stop16h 35mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/21$682
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Sun 12/284:50 amIST - IAD
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Wed 1/2812:23 pmIAD - IST
2 stops20h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/21$699
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Mon 12/224:50 amIST - IAD
2 stops26h 18mDelta
Tue 1/66:05 pmIAD - IST
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/21$705
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Thu 12/254:50 amIST - BWI
2 stops25h 54mDelta
Thu 1/112:00 pmBWI - IST
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/22$705
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Mon 12/224:50 amIST - DCA
2 stops21h 29mDelta
Tue 1/611:10 amDCA - IST
2 stops21h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/22$705

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 December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$514
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$360
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$724
From Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Istanbul

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Wed 2/18

2:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/22

7:52 pm-12:50 am

2 stops20h 58m

$515

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Tue 3/24

2:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/22

9:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 55m

$516

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/6

8:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$551

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/8

8:35 pm-12:50 am

1 stop20h 15m

$551

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Sat 1/17

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/6

8:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$551

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/10

8:35 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 25m

$551

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Fri 1/23

8:10 am-9:18 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/30

8:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop20h 00m

$558

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

7:00 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops33h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/8

9:45 am-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$632

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Sat 3/14

7:35 am-6:48 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/21

5:53 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops16h 32m

$633

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

5:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$640

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

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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.?

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 December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 81 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $422). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $655). 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 December 23, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 23, 2025.

The most flights from TR5 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 to Washington, D.C.?

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

About 25% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 169 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 in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 25% 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 December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish 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.

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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, United Airlines, and KLM fly from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in about 22h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 10m. 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 $444, 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 $397. Users have also found prices from $404 and $424 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Royal Jordanian, respectively.

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

  • 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 (77%), Turkish Airlines (65%) and Pakistan International Airlines (65%).

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

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. is generally $831, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $630. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $464 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $422). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $655). 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$444Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$451Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$579Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$611Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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