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Where can I fly from Istanbul Airport?Prices from IST, departing Thu 4/9 and returning Thu 4/16

Book Cheap International Flights from Istanbul

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent international return flight deals from Istanbul to anywhere

Tue, 2 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
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£177Pegasus Airlines
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£180Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 2 Jul - Sun, 5 Jul
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Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
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Book Cheap Domestic Flights from Istanbul

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent domestic return flight deals from Istanbul

Wed, 1 Apr - Fri, 3 Apr
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£64Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights from Istanbul

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which are the most popular places to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

The domestic destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Istanbul Airport.

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular place to fly from Istanbul is Trabzon (35% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Nevsehir (27%) and Kayseri (20%).

What are the most popular international flights out of Istanbul Airport?

The international destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Istanbul Airport.

There are many international destinations you can fly to from Istanbul Airport. The most popular international destinations among KAYAK users are Melbourne, San Francisco and Kuala Lumpur.

What are the most popular countries to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

The most popular countries KAYAK users have searched for from Istanbul Airport along with the average round-trip price for the route clicked by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks.

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular country to fly to from Istanbul Airport is United Kingdom (38% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Saudi Arabia (5%) and China (5%).

Which cities can I fly to direct from Istanbul Airport?

There are loads of places you can fly direct to from Istanbul Airport. The most popular destinations for direct flights among KAYAK users are Kayseri, Nevşehir, Antalya and Bodrum. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Kayseri at £64, while the most expensive was Bodrum, at £169.

Which international cities can I fly to direct from Istanbul Airport?

There are many international destinations you can fly to direct from Istanbul Airport. The most popular international destinations from KAYAK users are Tashkent, London, Paris, Tokyo and Kabul. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was London at £78, while the most expensive was Tokyo, at £662.

What are the cheapest places to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest destination for a flight from Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last two weeks was London, costing £20. The next cheapest destinations were Antalya at £26 and Dalaman at £30.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to Worldwide

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£35
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flight from Istanbul Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Flights from Istanbul: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew from Istanbul to anywhere 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
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JFK
Jan 2026
Don’t board the aircraft empty stomach. Bring some food with you because you won’t get any food served for a quiet a while
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
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KGL
Nov 2025
By your tickets in advance to avoid multiple connections.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
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IAH
Jul 2025
Do not let go of your mobility equipment. Do not move from the jet bridge until you see your stuff.
MaheepFlew with IndiGo
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LIS
Apr 2025
Ensure that you have confirmed booking with wheelchair. Also keep extra time in hand.
FarisFlew with Turkish Airlines
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ORD
Dec 2024
Come very early to the airport because it’s very huge
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada
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FRA
Feb 2025
Plan time for 5 security checkpoints before boarding.
SunnyFlew with Turkish Airlines
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SFO
Nov 2024
Turkish lounge is so good, however receptionists are anything but receptive: they were inattentive and rude x 4 Airport is very large for a tight international transfer if inbound flight is 30 min late
KatyFlew with LOT
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Sept 2024
Get to the airport at least 2.5 hours early. It will take you about 90 mins to check in with LOT. The workers are unfriendly and uncommunicative so don’t expect good service.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Albania
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TIA
Jul 2024
If your traveling with a baby make sure you bring your baby items onboard with you!
AmrFlew with Turkish Airlines
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MUC
Aug 2024
Be three hours before boarding as long queues at immigration and security chk
MohamadFlew with Turkish Airlines
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ORD
Jun 2024
Make sure that you have enough transit time because the airport is huge
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesJun 2024
Make sure you have a long enough layover to catch your flight
LindaFlew with Turkish Airlines
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Apr 2024
Get there early! There are more layers of screening than in the U.S. We were handled by 10 different people on the way to the gate. Lines can get long.
KFlew with Turkish Airlines
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LHR
Mar 2024
Old entertainment and bad quality headphones, couldn't hear anything. Take your flight headphone to enjoy movies
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
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IAH
Jan 2024
It may be worth dealing directly with certain airlines, vice third-party bookings. The inability to hold an intity accountable for misques while in transit is an unnecessary frustration.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
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Jan 2024
Be prepared that you may not have WIFI the entire time so make other arrangements if necessary.

FAQs for booking flights out of Istanbul Airport

  • What is Istanbul also known as?

    Istanbul Airport’s airport code is IST. It can also be referred to as Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to your destination with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Anywhere? 25% of our users found tickets from Istanbul Airport to Anywhere for the following prices or less: Jeddah £91 one-way - £171 round-trip; London £54 one-way - £34 round-trip; Nevşehir £55 one-way - £80 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Worldwide

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Worldwide? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SAUDIAOverall score based on 665 reviews
7.6Boarding
7.1Food
7.1Entertainment
7.8Crew
7.5Comfort
Airline reviews

Horrible, by all accounts. Delays, lack of communication, just horrible.

2.0 MediocreSamer, Jan 2026
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Horrible, by all accounts. Delays, lack of communication, just horrible.

They destroyed my baby’s stroller and the seats was broken

I had the worst experience I’ve ever had with any type of airline,they destroyed my baby’s baby stroller,that cost more than 2000$,the seats in a 13 hour flight was broken,so I definitely not recommend that airline for other people

The flight was delayed which cost me to missed my connection flight.

The planes are very cold. The AC is too much.

It was great honestly the cabin crew were warm and welcoming everything was perfect the food was nice.

Didn’t like anything about the flight: I am so frustrated at this point. Since 8 days I have been dealing with your customer service regarding my seat changes. I paid $51.10 for extra legroom seats and one fine morning I get an email that my seats have been changed. I tried to contact the customer service and they have been just fooling me around stating that my issue will be resolved. Saudia is the worst airline. Pathetic. On the day of my travel, I came at the counter and the guy told me that my seat assigned is 36A and my wife’s seat is different. He then changed my seats to 33A which is not at all a extra legroom seats. I asked the person is these seats are extra legroom he said yes and when I came to the aircraft I am sitting in a normal seat. The TCR Shameer Ansari or Sameeri Ansari came and did nothing telling me that he tried his best find a solution. I need someone to contact me ASAP and I need a refund for the entire flight. I don’t need your Al Fursan points they are worthless. Contact me ASAP.

I recently flew with Saudi Arabian Airlines, and it was truly an outstanding experience from start to finish. The staff were exceptionally polite, professional, and attentive throughout the journey. Check-in was smooth and well-organized, and boarding was efficient and on time. The cabin was spotless and comfortable, with plenty of legroom and a calm, welcoming atmosphere. The in-flight service was top-notch — meals were delicious and offered with generous portions, and the crew made sure every passenger was well taken care of. I also appreciated the wide range of entertainment options, including movies, music, and TV shows in multiple languages. The flight was punctual, and the overall experience reflected the airline’s strong commitment to hospitality and passenger satisfaction. Without a doubt, I’d highly recommend Saudia to anyone traveling within the region or internationally. Their service quality easily matches — and often surpasses — many top global airlines. I’m looking forward to flying with them again! ⸻ Would you like me to tailor it for a specific flight route or class (e.g., Economy, Business, Jeddah–Washington DC)? I can make it sound even more personal or detailed.

It was a disaster. The crew was so rude and had no professionalism. She dropped something onto the floor, then took it from the floor and put it into the food tray. Also, when she got some spilling, she went straight to the toilet, got some tissue and started cleaning the food trolley

I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

Extremely bad BAD BAD BAD. NEVER TURKISH AIRLINES EVER AGAIN..PIRATES COMPANY.

The crew checked the immigration laws very quickly for Russian citizenship and confirmed our FVTF for Singapore for 96 hrs. Thank you.

The connecting flight experience was okay. Flight crew's service were great upon settling. However, it wasn't the same as previous flight. Flight crew were okay - friendly, however, not as accommodating.

Typically great service from Turkish with comfortable seat and amenitie, good food and great attention from staff.

Delicious food, comfortable and clean plane. It's a little cramped in the hall in front of the gate.

Our flight was delayed for one hour is their a credit?

two of our bags didn't arrive - this is nonsense given we weren't connecting from anywhere and the flight wasn't full so there shouldn't have been a weight problem. Also, business class and star alliance gold, my bags should have been prioritized.

Went great, they even reopened the gate for me when I arrived late.

Very hot cabin made long flight uncomfortable, even in business class! Food was great. Istanbul business lounge had great food but too few bathrooms and seating . They also need more electric outlets for charging devices. Appreciate the ability to go through fast track lines w business class

The crew on this flight provided exceptional business class service to me.

The flight was never confirmed, I was not sent a ticket, and my account was charged for this flight. I’m trying to get my money back for a flight that was not booked or confirmed. Terrible experience

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

Seats are disaster, not comfortable at all. With my height 183 cm there were no space for my legs... The airplane was Turkish airlines and no entertainment on board.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

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