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Cheap flights from Doha to Istanbul from 561﷼

DOH — IST
Sep 20 — Sep 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Doha Hamad Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or November, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Doha to Istanbul

Tue 11/39:10 am -
1 stop27h 55m
Tue 11/101:00 pm -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 8/201,151﷼
Thu 9/244:15 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Thu 10/89:30 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 8/191,155﷼
Thu 10/19:50 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Thu 10/81:45 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/171,159﷼
Thu 9/34:15 pm -
1 stop28h 15m
Thu 9/101:45 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Deal found 8/201,162﷼
Mon 9/74:00 am -
Nonstop4h 20m
Sat 9/1910:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 8/171,166﷼
Fri 10/309:10 am -
1 stop11h 55m
Wed 11/410:10 pm -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 8/191,166﷼
Tue 9/18:50 pm -
1 stop27h 15m
Mon 9/71:45 pm -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 8/211,169﷼
Fri 9/118:50 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Sun 9/201:45 pm -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 8/171,173﷼
Wed 9/169:50 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Wed 9/301:45 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/191,177﷼
Tue 10/61:50 am -
Nonstop4h 20m
Wed 10/148:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 8/191,180﷼
Mon 9/149:50 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Sat 9/199:30 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 8/181,180﷼
Wed 9/98:50 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Thu 9/179:30 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 8/201,184﷼

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Round-trip from

1,151﷼

One-way from

561﷼

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

1,241﷼
Pegasus Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 9/10-9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 25m total
  • Doha to Istanbul
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Pegasus Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 8/25
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Doha to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (695﷼ potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (121﷼ potential savings vs. average return price).
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DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Wed 9/23

1:50 am-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 10/8

4:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 45m

1,287﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 9/1

6:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/8

2:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop31h 20m

1,298﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 10/6

1:50 am-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/14

4:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 45m

1,298﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Fri 10/23

5:05 pm-1:50 am

1 stop8h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 10/30

3:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop31h 10m

1,380﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 11/7

11:15 am-2:05 am

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 11/21

3:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 05m

1,380﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Wed 9/9

9:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 9/18

2:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

1,388﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 11/3

10:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 11/10

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop31h 20m

1,388﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 10/29

2:05 am-6:40 am

Nonstop4h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 11/3

9:00 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop4h 00m

1,452﷼

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 9/1

5:55 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/7

9:15 pm-2:05 am

2 stops28h 50m

1,484﷼
Fastest return journey

DohaIstanbul

DOH Doha Hamad Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DOHSAW

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 10/22

1:50 am-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 10/31

8:55 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop4h 05m

1,495﷼

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Doha to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Doha to Istanbul?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul (average of 833﷼). Flying from Doha to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of 1,584﷼). 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 DOH to IST?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Doha to Istanbul at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Doha to Istanbul

The most flights from DOH to TR5 are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Doha to Istanbul?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Doha to Istanbul flights typically cost between 851﷼ and 1,354﷼ in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was 1,151﷼ on Pegasus Airlines (Sep 10–Sep 12).

How often are flights from Doha to Istanbul delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Doha and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Doha to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Doha to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Qatar Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Doha to Istanbul?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Doha to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 78 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andEtihad Airways from Doha to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,480 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
244 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
637 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Doha to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Doha, you will be flying from Hamad Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is located 8.8 km from the centre of Doha. There are 5 flights from Hamad Intl to Istanbul per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Doha to Istanbul?

    Airlines like flydubai, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways fly from Doha to Istanbul in about 4h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 50m. Doha and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 2757 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Doha to Istanbul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Doha to Istanbul is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as 595﷼ on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Royal Jordanian and Qatar Airways, starting at 697﷼ and 705﷼ round-trip. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Doha to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Pegasus Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at 361﷼. Air Arabia flights start at 500﷼ while deals on flynas start at 552﷼ one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Doha to Istanbul?

    Consider Philippine Airlines (81%), Virgin Australia (80%) or Malaysia Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Doha to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Doha to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay 2,580﷼ for a flight from Doha to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is 1,094﷼ while the most popular route, (Doha Hamad Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at 1,116﷼.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Doha to Istanbul?

    Flights departing from Doha and landing in Istanbul stopover in Manama most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Doha to Istanbul flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Doha to Istanbul is Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Doha to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Doha to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Doha to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Doha to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Doha to Istanbul 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 Doha to Istanbul?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Istanbul (average of 833﷼). Flying from Doha to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of 1,584﷼). 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 8 airlines flying from Doha to Istanbul

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest595﷼Average1,202﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Royal JordanianCheapest697﷼Average1,239﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest705﷼Average1,810﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest709﷼Average1,458﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Gulf AirCheapest778﷼Average1,155﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest876﷼Average993﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ArabiaCheapest908﷼Average1,765﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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flydubaiCheapest951﷼Average2,140﷼FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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