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Cheapest return flight
£874
Typical prices: £708-£863
Ethiopian Air
Wed 31/10Mon 5/11
HRE - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£283
Typical prices: £425-£533
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/10
HRE - IST • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Harare and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg £758 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 15h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harare to Istanbul (HRE-IST)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Harare to Istanbul

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 05:00HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
25h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£874Ethiopian Air
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 05:55HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
15h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
Turkish Airlines Logo
02:05 - 16:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
15h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£882Turkish Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 05:00HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
25h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£969Ethiopian Air
Sun, 1 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
09:25 - 05:35HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
19h 10m1 stop Cape Town Intl
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:30 - 16:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
20h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£1,080Turkish Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
SAUDIA Logo
16:20 - 21:10HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
27h 50m3 stops Lusaka Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
SAUDIA Logo
22:25 - 11:10IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
37h 45m3 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Lusaka
£1,156SAUDIA
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:05 - 17:50HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
25h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£1,189Ethiopian Air
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:05 - 13:00HRE  Harare-IST Istanbul
20h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:25IST  Istanbul-HRE Harare
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£1,354Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Harare to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

Return flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport start at £874. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £708 to £863. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £874 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Istanbul Airport and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Istanbul Airport at £706 return.
  • July (£887) and May (£866) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Harare to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£283
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (10% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Harare to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Harare to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Harare to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 88% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 12% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    On the Harare to Istanbul Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £722 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £843 – a £121 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Istanbul City Centre, and Taksim. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Harare to Istanbul Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 4,091 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Harare to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £874 to £1,354. That means the highest observed fare was about 55% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Harare to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Harare to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £380, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Harare to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 03m, compared to 16h 51m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Harare and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 1 hour ahead of Harare (Turkey Time vs Central Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · CIRCULAR
    · Avec Car Rental
    · Ok Mobility
    · Alamo
    · Autounion Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Harare to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Harare to Istanbul Airport range from £708 to £863, with an average of £788 over the past 12 months. Anything below £708 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Harare to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average £722 – about £121 less than Thursday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harare to Istanbul Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £706 return in that month – typically £181 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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