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Flights to Istanbul in 2023

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

1,670﷼

Return from

1,043﷼

One-way from

550﷼
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in September 2023
From Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul
One-way flight from Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) to Istanbul

Cheap flights to Istanbul in September & October 2023

The best prices found for TR5 flights for September, October
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to Istanbul in September and October 2023. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.

Istanbul 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Istanbul found for this year
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Istanbul in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

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Late deals on return flights to Istanbul, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Istanbul

The cheapest one-way flights to Istanbul
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Istanbul. Users seeking round-trip flights to Istanbul should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.

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Budget

1,043﷼ - 1,800﷼

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Depart

Return

Price

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOH - SAW

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 10/17

Nonstop4h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/25

1 stop13h 50m

1,043﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOH - SAW

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 10/17

Nonstop4h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 11/30

Nonstop4h 15m

1,076﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOH - SAW

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Fri 11/10

Nonstop4h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 11/14

Nonstop4h 10m

1,412﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOH - SAW

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 1/15

1 stop8h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 1/18

1 stop8h 25m

1,474﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Fri 10/27

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 11/3

1 stop12h 05m

1,499﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Fri 10/27

1 stop10h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 11/1

1 stop13h 35m

1,612﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 1/8

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 1/12

1 stop21h 30m

1,717﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 10/21

1 stop9h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 10/27

1 stop15h 20m

1,764﷼

Doha Hamad IntlIstanbul

DOH - IST

DOHIST

Doha Hamad Intl

Wed 10/18

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 10/28

1 stop9h 35m

1,800﷼

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 9/28

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Royal Jordanian, Etihad Airways and Oman Air to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Overall

9.3

Food

9.5

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews
Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Overall

9.3

Food

9.5

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
1,852 reviews
Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Overall

9.3

Food

9.5

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

Qatar Airways
7.2
Good
1,826 reviews
Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Overall

9.3

Food

9.5

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

Etihad Airways
7.2
Good
217 reviews
Oman Air
9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Overall

9.3

Food

9.5

Crew

9.7

Boarding

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: Flight arrived when it should

Cons: the seating space is incredibly small, which made the flight uncomfortable

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest ticket to Istanbul found for each month in 2023 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.

January

1,362﷼

February

1,369﷼

March

1,402﷼

April

1,434﷼

May

1,391﷼

June

1,583﷼

July

1,507﷼

August

1,383﷼

September

1,354﷼

October

1,405﷼

November

1,398﷼

December

1,731﷼

September is currently the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

When is the best time to fly to Istanbul?

Average Istanbul flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2023 and 2024 by month

DOH - IST

Price

1,356﷼ - 2,067﷼

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °C

IST

Rainfall

10 - 100 mm

When is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

Istanbul, Turkey, sits right at the center of Asia and Europe, with an airport serving as one of the major hubs into these continents. Flight times to Istanbul primarily depend on the preferred airline and stopovers in between the flights. Direct flights from Doha, Qatar, range between 4h 10min-4h 45min, whereas one-stop flights take approximately 17h 5min.

Where can you get direct flights to Istanbul from?

Direct flights to Istanbul come from several neighboring countries, like Qatar, Ethiopia, and as far as Germany. The most popular flights come from Doha, Qatar (DOH); Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, and Royal Jordanian are airlines offering flights from Doha. Ethiopian Airlines dominates direct flights from Addis Ababa (ADD), with Turkish Airlines and Egypt Air flying the same route. From Dubai (DXB) fly nonstop with Emirates Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

How do you get from the Istanbul airport to the city center?

Buses and taxi services connect Istanbul International Airport to the city center, costing you between QR 3.28-18.93 with a duration of 50-100min depending on the traffic levels; however, there is also a metro line and car hires available. Just outside every airport level there are airport taxi ranks, and depending on the time of travel, taxi fares vary but average QR 155.75. From the airport, two bus shuttles operate every 30-45 minutes, directly to and from the city center at a low cost of QR 12. The metro line in Istanbul is still in operation; from the airport, take the M11 to Gayrettepe, with an expected train swap to M2 taking you to Vezneciler Station, which is within walking distance to Sultanahmet Square, the city center. Renting a car is also an option available for more convenient and independent travel around the city and to the city center.

What are some things to do in Istanbul?

Istanbul is a city full of Turkish and European culture, offering a variety of things to see and experience. Although the city is famous for their renowned Blue Mosque, it also has hidden gems only a few know. One simply cannot afford to miss the delight of seeing the Topkapi Palace. For almost half a century, generations of sultans enjoyed residing within the four lush green courtyards of this pavilion. Enjoy a scenic ride around the city on the Bosphorus Cruise, sailing through the Asian and European shores displaying mansions and old places galore. End the day by enjoying Instanbul’s nightlife scene, with live local music, sipping on your favorite cold drink. With several establishments around the city, Turkey is also famous for its rejuvenating Hamam scrub, leaving your body refreshed and clean, you’ve got to try it.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Istanbul?

Depending on the passport type, the purpose of your visit, and the country of origin, most travellers require some kind of visa to enter Istanbul, with different fees. Qatar passport holders qualify to obtain an e-visa, valid for 30-90 days. The e-visa is available for purchase online, with specific requirements for each country.

How popular are flights to Istanbul this year?

Flights to Istanbul have seen a 5% increase in demand compared to the previous year.

What does IST mean?

Istanbul Airport is IST. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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