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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 November 2025.

Thu 25/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops54h 40mChina Southern
Thu 1/115:20IST - AKL
2 stops38h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$2,075
Mon 22/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops30h 40mChina Southern
Mon 29/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop40h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$2,239
Thu 18/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops54h 40mChina Southern
Wed 14/114:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,378
Mon 15/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops30h 40mChina Southern
Mon 29/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,389
Tue 16/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Tue 23/1215:20IST - AKL
2 stops29h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$2,405
Wed 24/1222:10AKL - IST
2 stops66h 30mChina Southern
Wed 31/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop40h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$2,449
Thu 18/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Wed 31/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,503
Wed 24/1210:00AKL - SAW
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1214:30SAW - AKL
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$3,226
Tue 25/1113:45AKL - SAW
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/114:30SAW - AKL
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$3,679
Mon 22/1207:15AKL - SAW
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1217:20SAW - AKL
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$3,759
Tue 16/1214:35AKL - SAW
2 stops40h 45mKLM
Fri 16/115:45SAW - AKL
2 stops54h 50mKLM
Deal found 26/11$4,134
Fri 12/1213:25AKL - SAW
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/114:30SAW - AKL
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$4,185

Flights to Istanbul in 2025

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 26 November 2025.

Return from

$1,747

One-way from

$961

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,029
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 3/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 05m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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24/2
  • 24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 31/3

11:15-15:15

1 stop38h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,856

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Fri 16/1

20:30-08:20

1 stop45h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 15/2

02:05-17:25

1 stop29h 20m

$1,884

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 29/3

12:10-04:50

1 stop26h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 6/5

01:50-22:10

1 stop35h 20m

$1,961

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

21:25-06:30

2 stops42h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 14/4

16:00-15:35

2 stops38h 35m

$1,972

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/1

22:10-06:40

2 stops66h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 24/1

15:20-06:30

2 stops53h 10m

$2,153

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

01:40-10:45

1 stop43h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 20/3

13:50-06:05

1 stop30h 15m

$2,250

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

15:40-14:20

3 stops31h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 13/5

17:20-05:30

2 stops27h 10m

$2,314

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

21:25-06:15

1 stop41h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 13/4

01:25-05:50

1 stop43h 25m

$2,447

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Mon 19/1

11:40-14:20

3 stops36h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/2

14:30-06:30

2 stops30h 00m

$2,553

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

15:40-14:20

3 stops31h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 6/7

17:20-14:10

3 stops35h 50m

$2,631

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Best time to book a flight to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights to Istanbul is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Istanbul takes 26 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Istanbul should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Istanbul are China Southern, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines.

China Southern
China Southern
From $1,526
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $1,915
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $2,203
Emirates
Emirates
From $2,603

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Istanbul are China Southern, China Eastern and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 26 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, China Southern, andQatar Airways to Turkey 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
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,675 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,059 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

FAQs about flying to Istanbul

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around $407, however they can be found for as little as $380.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Istanbul have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0.0 km away from Istanbul).

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