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Flights to Istanbul in 2026

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2026, 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 19 January 2026.

Return from

$1,717

One-way from

$865

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,181
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 10/4-2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 20m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 20m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Tue 16/621:25
AKL
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IST
1 stop41h 50m
China Southern
Tue 1/916:00
IST
-
AKL
1 stop29h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$1,685
Tue 9/621:25
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 05m
China Southern
Wed 17/616:00
IST
-
AKL
1 stop38h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$1,687
Thu 4/621:25
AKL
-
IST
1 stop41h 50m
China Southern
Sat 6/600:30
IST
-
AKL
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,689
Sat 3/1022:25
AKL
-
IST
1 stop41h 50m
China Southern
Thu 15/1016:00
IST
-
AKL
1 stop29h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 17/1$1,694
Tue 16/621:25
AKL
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IST
2 stops42h 05m
China Southern
Thu 27/800:30
IST
-
AKL
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$1,699
Sat 20/621:25
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 05m
China Southern
Thu 27/816:00
IST
-
AKL
2 stops38h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$1,711
Fri 10/421:25
AKL
-
IST
1 stop41h 50m
China Southern
Sat 2/516:00
IST
-
AKL
1 stop29h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$1,717
Tue 9/613:40
AKL
-
SAW
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/617:20
SAW
-
AKL
3 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$2,080
Wed 4/206:15
AKL
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SAW
3 stops46h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/217:20
SAW
-
AKL
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$2,306
Sun 15/206:10
AKL
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SAW
3 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/200:45
SAW
-
AKL
3 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,361
Wed 29/713:00
AKL
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SAW
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/801:25
SAW
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AKL
3 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,384
Tue 10/220:45
AKL
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SAW
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/217:20
SAW
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AKL
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,396

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/3

07:15-10:45

2 stops37h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

02:00-16:15

2 stops28h 15m

$1,786

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

08:55-15:40

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

15:50-17:45

2 stops40h 55m

$1,795

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

08:55-15:40

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

15:50-17:45

2 stops40h 55m

$1,795

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

08:55-15:40

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 17/6

16:50-17:45

2 stops39h 55m

$1,795

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

08:55-15:40

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

15:50-17:45

2 stops40h 55m

$1,795

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/5

13:00-11:20

1 stop31h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

15:50-17:45

2 stops40h 55m

$1,795

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

08:55-11:20

2 stops59h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

16:50-11:25

1 stop33h 35m

$1,800

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

08:55-11:20

2 stops59h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

16:50-17:45

2 stops39h 55m

$1,804

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

08:55-15:40

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

16:55-08:25

1 stop30h 30m

$1,804

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

09:10-07:00

2 stops30h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 4/6

11:00-08:40

2 stops36h 40m

$1,863

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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 16 January 2026.

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 27 hours 40 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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

China Southern
China Southern
From $1,492
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $1,801
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $2,122
Emirates
Emirates
From $2,537

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 19 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andChina Southern 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
3,479 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,720 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,195 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
China Eastern
7.2
Good
190 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 $242, however they can be found for as little as $207.

  • 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 0 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. Ambassador Spa & Beauty Airport Lounge is the closest property to Istanbul (0.0 km away from Istanbul).

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