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Mon, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 25
Ajet
AjetDirect
Dalaman - Istanbul
Ajet
AjetDirect
Istanbul - Dalaman
-16 %
64$
54$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, Aug 9 - Thu, Aug 20
Ajet
AjetDirect
Bodrum - Istanbul
Ajet
AjetDirect
Istanbul - Bodrum
85$
81$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 4
Ajet
AjetDirect
Ankara - Istanbul
Ajet
AjetDirect
Istanbul - Ankara
100$
98$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, Jul 6 - Wed, Jul 8
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Bucharest - Istanbul
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Istanbul - Bucharest
150$
135$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 20
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Antalya - Istanbul
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Istanbul - Antalya
152$
143$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Aug 30
Ajet
AjetDirect
Trabzon - Istanbul
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Istanbul - Trabzon
159$
151$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, Aug 22
Ajet
AjetDirect
Kayseri - Istanbul
-16 %
62$
52$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, Jul 22
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Dalaman - Istanbul
62$
58$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, Jul 14
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Prague - Istanbul
-11 %
122$
109$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, Aug 12
Fly One
Fly OneDirect
Chisinau - Istanbul
124$
116$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, Jul 31
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus AirlinesDirect
Sofia - Istanbul
132$
128$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, Jun 23
Ajet
AjetDirect
Baku - Istanbul
182$
174$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Popular flight routes to Istanbul

New York City
Flights from New York Cityto Istanbul
407$
376$
Prime price per passenger
Los Angeles, CA
Flights from Los Angeles, CAto Istanbul
659$
641$
Prime price per passenger
San Francisco, CA
Flights from San Francisco, CAto Istanbul
686$
683$
Prime price per passenger
Washington, D.C.
Flights from Washington, D.C.to Istanbul
3647$
3639$
Prime price per passenger
Chicago
Flights from Chicagoto Istanbul
977$
948$
Prime price per passenger
Boston, MA
Flights from Boston, MAto Istanbul
777$
743$
Prime price per passenger
Destination airportsIstanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Istanbul AirportFor flights to Istanbul
Top AirlineAmerican AirlinesPopular airline with flights to Istanbul
Peak seasonJuneJune is the busiest time to fly to Istanbul according to search data results from our customers
Low seasonDecemberDecember is the least busy time to fly to Istanbul according to search data results from our customers

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

If you’re planning to fly to Istanbul, we at eDreams have looked into the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From Washington, D.C., the flight takes about 11h 36m; from Chicago, around 11h 44m; and from New York City, approximately 12h 29m.
Flight Time (in hours)
Washington, D.C.ChicagoNew York CityLos Angeles, CASan Francisco, CA
0h 5h 10h 15h 20h
11h 36m
11h 44m
12h 29m
14h 37m
15h 21m

How much does a flight to Istanbul cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Seattle, WA to Istanbul starting from $438, with an average price of $908. If you depart from other cities such as Phoenix, AZ, you can find tickets from $467, and from Atlanta, GA starting from $467, according to data from the last 72 hours.
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About Istanbul

Few places compare to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, whose enormous size straddles both Europe and Asia, forming a bridge between western and eastern cultures. Resting upon the natural harbor of the Golden Horn, the skyline of the once-Constantinople is pierced with minarets and ancient monuments that embody centuries of history. While it is brimming with historical landmarks and colorful markets, modern Istanbul is also well represented through its contemporary art scene, European-style café culture, world-class dining venues and rooftop cocktail bars. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to Istanbul.

Things to do and places to visit in Istanbul

Istanbul is teeming with attractions and landmarks from historic sights and unique cuisine to lively markets and unmistakable culture. It is a thriving city, with a myriad of things to do that skillfully manage to blend every aspect of both the contemporary and the historical world.

On a city break in Istanbul be sure to:

  • Visit a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath, whose origins date back to Roman times
  • Marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque and Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most spectacular monuments that dominate the skyline
  • Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, one of Istanbul's most visited museums, home to over 80,000 artifacts
  • Walk through the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel built in the 4th century
  • Be dazzled by the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets
  • Go shopping for exotic products and Turkish delights in the Spice Bazaar
  • Cross the bridge connecting Europe and Asia against the backdrop of the Bosphorus, or take a Bosphorus cruise
  • Taste the diversity and flavor of Turkish cuisine
  • Admire panoramas of the city from the Galata Tower
  • Walk through Taksim Square, the city's dynamic square that never sleeps

Airport(s) near Istanbul

Istanbul Atatürk Airport
Top Carriers
A number of different airlines operate flights to Istanbul including: Turkish Airlines, Onur Air and British Airways
Location
Istanbul Atatürk Airport is located approximately 15 miles west of downtown Istanbul, on the European side.
Transportation
There are a number of ways to travel to the city center. The Havatas Airport Shuttle Service runs between the airport and Taksim Square, while the metro also connects with the city center. Car rental agencies also operate from the airport and taxis are available outside the terminal building.
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Top Carriers
Several airlines handle flights to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport including: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Eurowings
Location
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is located approximately 19 miles from the city center on the Asian side.
Transportation
The Havabus Airport Shuttle Service runs from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Kad?köy and Taksim from outside the terminal building. Taxis are also available from outside the terminal building.

Popular destinations near Istanbul

Flying to Istanbul is the fastest and most convenient way to reach these nearby destinations:

  • Gebze
  • Çorlu
  • Yalova
  • İzmit
  • Sakarya
  • Kocaeli
  • Düzce
  • Kırklareli
  • Edirne
  • Bilecik
  • Balıkesir
  • Bolu

Frequently asked questions about flights to Istanbul

How can I find cheap flights to Istanbul on eDreams?
At eDreams you will find flights from $52 to Istanbul. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Istanbul.
When's the best time to go to Istanbul?
According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to Istanbul is June.
The next best month to travel to Istanbul is February.
And let's not forget April, the third top choice for travelling to Istanbul.
However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can highlight December as the least popular month for flights to Istanbul.
What are the cheapest airlines flying to Istanbul?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to Istanbul, your best bet for cheap flights is:

  • Wizz Air: the average price of a one way flight is $956.20 . The average price of a New York City ticket to Istanbul is $956.20 and $919.97 if you leave from Tampa, FL.
  • Klm Royal Dutch Airlines: a one-way ticket costs on average $1,039.17: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of New York City to Istanbul, which amounts to $895.10 and that of flights departing from Tampa, FL, whose average price is $907.70.
  • Scandinavian Airlines: the average price of a one-way ticket is $1,085.55. The flight between Seattle, WA and Istanbul costs on average $743.98 and the ticket price from Boston, MA round the $922.07.
Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

Airlines flying direct from the US to Istanbul include:

  • Turkish Airlines, with flights from Newark, NJ, Chicago and from Detroit, for example.
  • Ajet also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Giza, Sharm el-Sheikh and Rotterdam.
  • Pegasus Airlines, with flights from London to Istanbul and Beirut and also from Copenhagen.

Airlines with indirect flights to Istanbul include:

  • Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, which flies from New York City, Los Angeles, CA or San Francisco, CA.
  • Lufthansa, with flights from New York City and Washington, D.C., as well as from Los Angeles, CA.
  • British Airways, with flights from Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ and also New York City.
How many airports are in Istanbul and which is the main one?
Istanbul has 2 airport. Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport operates domestic and international flights to 225 cities. Some of the most popular destinations are Arbil, Baghdad and Cairo.

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