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$165+ Cheap flights from Istanbul

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IST — AKL
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

What to know about flights from Istanbul

Discover essential information about flights departing from Istanbul, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Istanbul airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 1 July 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$982

Cheapest airline

Turkish Airlines

Most popular destination

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul is currently to Shanghai Pu Dong.
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On average, Turkish Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul (avg. price of $2,187).
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Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) is currently the most popular flight destination from Istanbul (average return price of $1,340).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 July 2025.

Mon 18/817:05IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/910:00AKL - IST
1 stop28h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6$2,011
Mon 1/914:00IST - AKL
1 stop40h 45mChina Eastern
Sat 6/921:00AKL - IST
1 stop44h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/6$2,096
Mon 18/819:00IST - AKL
2 stops46h 45mOman Air
Tue 2/900:25AKL - IST
2 stops26h 35mOman Air
Deal found 29/6$2,244
Mon 1/919:00IST - AKL
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/913:00AKL - IST
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$2,512
Mon 18/822:25SAW - AKL
1 stop26h 25mEmirates
Wed 3/920:30AKL - SAW
1 stop25h 35mEmirates
Deal found 29/6$3,207
Mon 18/822:25SAW - AKL
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/920:30AKL - SAW
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$3,329
Mon 1/913:35SAW - AKL
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 6/913:15AKL - SAW
1 stop31h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/6$3,371
Mon 18/817:55IST - AKL
2 stops43h 15mLufthansa
Wed 3/910:00AKL - IST
2 stops36h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 30/6$3,952
Mon 1/917:35IST - AKL
3 stops35h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 6/913:25AKL - IST
2 stops37h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/6$5,565
Mon 18/818:00IST - AKL
1 stop32h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 2/900:25AKL - IST
2 stops27h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/6$5,989
Mon 18/815:00SAW - AKL
3 stops36h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 3/907:30AKL - SAW
3 stops40h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/6$6,336

Find flights from Istanbul within your budget

Find flights departing from Istanbul that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 1 July 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

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Auckland

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Departure

Return

Price

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 18/8

17:05-08:25

1 stop30h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

10:00-05:15

1 stop28h 15m

$2,011

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 1/9

14:00-15:45

1 stop40h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

21:00-08:00

1 stop44h 00m

$2,096

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 18/8

19:00-02:45

2 stops46h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

00:25-18:00

2 stops26h 35m

$2,244

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 1/9

19:00-11:25

2 stops31h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

13:00-18:00

2 stops38h 00m

$2,512

IstanbulAuckland

SAW - AKL

SAWAKL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 18/8

22:25-09:50

1 stop26h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

20:30-13:05

1 stop25h 35m

$3,207

IstanbulAuckland

SAW - AKL

SAWAKL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 18/8

22:25-13:45

2 stops30h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

20:30-21:15

1 stop33h 45m

$3,329

IstanbulAuckland

SAW - AKL

SAWAKL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/9

13:35-02:45

1 stop28h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

13:15-12:10

1 stop31h 55m

$3,371

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 18/8

17:55-22:10

2 stops43h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

10:00-13:05

2 stops36h 05m

$3,952

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 1/9

17:35-14:05

3 stops35h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

13:25-17:40

2 stops37h 15m

$5,565

IstanbulAuckland

IST - AKL

ISTAKL

Istanbul

Mon 18/8

18:00-11:25

1 stop32h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

00:25-18:35

2 stops27h 10m

$5,989

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul (average of $1,017). Flying from Istanbul in April will prove the most costly (average of $3,495). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Istanbul?

For round-trip flights from Istanbul you’ll fly on: Turkish Airlines, China Southern. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $1,218
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
From $113
China Southern
China Southern
From $618

Airline reviews for flights from Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Istanbul. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Istanbul have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,884 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Istanbul. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 1 July 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul is currently December; with April being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Istanbul?

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Certainly. Search results for flights from Istanbul shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

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