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Cheap flights from Auckland to Istanbul from $974

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — IST
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Istanbul are usually found in May or March, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,670

One-way from

$974

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,348
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 84h 45m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 45m total
  • Auckland to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($238 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 April 2025.

Wed 23/721:25AKL - IST
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Wed 27/816:00IST - AKL
1 stop38h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 19/4$1,633
Mon 1/921:00AKL - IST
1 stop44h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 14/914:00IST - AKL
1 stop40h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/4$1,739
Sun 1/621:45AKL - IST
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/616:00IST - AKL
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,852
Sat 31/500:25AKL - IST
2 stops26h 35mOman Air
Sat 14/619:00IST - AKL
2 stops42h 50mOman Air
Deal found 19/4$2,000
Mon 4/808:50AKL - IST
2 stops40h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 24/801:40IST - AKL
1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,051
Mon 4/813:15AKL - SAW
1 stop31h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 25/820:05SAW - AKL
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,236
Tue 22/700:25AKL - IST
1 stop25h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 26/801:40IST - AKL
1 stop24h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,251
Wed 20/819:55AKL - IST
2 stops53h 15mAsiana Airlines
Wed 17/917:30IST - AKL
2 stops36h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,269
Thu 8/513:15AKL - IST
1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 11/513:45IST - AKL
1 stop28h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,456
Mon 4/812:35AKL - SAW
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/820:05SAW - AKL
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,490
Sun 17/807:30AKL - SAW
3 stops39h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 13/916:20SAW - AKL
3 stops36h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,663
Mon 18/815:15AKL - SAW
2 stops30h 50mEmirates
Tue 16/922:25SAW - AKL
2 stops30h 40mEmirates
Deal found 19/4$2,892

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 20 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Istanbul that are best for you.

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AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/7

21:25-06:15

1 stop41h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 27/8

16:00-15:35

1 stop38h 35m

$1,633

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/6

21:00-08:00

1 stop44h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 21/6

14:00-15:45

1 stop40h 45m

$1,670

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/6

21:45-06:00

2 stops41h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 14/6

16:00-08:40

2 stops31h 40m

$1,852

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/5

00:25-18:00

2 stops26h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 14/6

19:00-22:50

2 stops42h 50m

$2,000

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/6

08:50-05:20

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 15/6

16:45-08:25

1 stop30h 40m

$2,027

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/5

15:25-16:10

2 stops57h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

17:30-15:05

2 stops36h 35m

$2,113

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/5

13:15-12:10

1 stop31h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 15/5

20:05-04:45

1 stop23h 40m

$2,195

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 22/7

00:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 26/8

01:40-11:25

1 stop24h 45m

$2,251

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/5

13:15-06:20

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

13:45-02:45

1 stop28h 00m

$2,456

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

12:35-18:45

2 stops39h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 25/8

20:05-02:45

1 stop21h 40m

$2,490

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland 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 18 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 April 2025.

When flying from Auckland to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 20 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and China Southern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,555 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,201 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Auckland Intl (AKL) if they book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul. On average, Auckland Intl has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 11 airlines. Auckland Intl is conveniently located just 17.9 km from Auckland’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $1,670. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Oman Air, with the lowest prices starting at $1,894 and $2,000, respectively. China Eastern is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,050 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Oman Air from $1,105 and China Eastern from $1,247 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Istanbul?

    Of the flights from Auckland to Istanbul that have stopovers, most of them stop in Guangzhou. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Auckland to Istanbul. Beijing follows Doha in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Auckland to Istanbul flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Beijing?

    St. Joseph's Cathedral, Zhengyangmen, and The Great Wall of Mutian Valley are currently the most popular points of interest in Beijing. Those on a layover in Beijing interested in visiting St. Joseph's Cathedral, Zhengyangmen, or The Great Wall of Mutian Valley can do so by travelling 45.4 km, 43.5 km, and 103.3 km, respectively from Beijing Daxing Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Istanbul flights?

    Auckland to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Hong Kong the least frequently. Auckland to Istanbul flights stopping in Muscat are the next rarest. Kuala Lumpur comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Auckland to Istanbul flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from Auckland to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China SouthernCheapest$1,412Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,483Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,740Average$1,946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,802Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,908Average$2,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,095Average$2,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,255Average$2,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,524Average$2,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,533Average$2,944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,602Average$2,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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