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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul from $1,052

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
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Istanbul

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Fri 24/721:20
AKL
-
IST
1 stop42h 55m
China Southern
Tue 25/814:20
IST
-
AKL
1 stop40h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 16/4$1,804
Sun 1/1122:10
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 30m
China Southern
Sat 14/1115:20
IST
-
AKL
2 stops38h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,806
Tue 27/1022:10
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 30m
China Southern
Tue 1/1215:20
IST
-
AKL
2 stops38h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,807
Wed 22/721:20
AKL
-
IST
1 stop33h 50m
China Southern
Fri 4/914:20
IST
-
AKL
1 stop40h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 13/4$1,819
Wed 22/721:20
AKL
-
IST
1 stop33h 50m
China Southern
Mon 24/814:20
IST
-
AKL
1 stop40h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 15/4$1,856
Tue 14/721:20
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 15m
China Southern
Tue 15/915:30
IST
-
AKL
2 stops39h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,950
Sun 1/1122:10
AKL
-
IST
2 stops42h 30m
China Southern
Wed 25/1114:10
IST
-
AKL
1 stop40h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,955
Tue 19/506:00
CHC
-
IST
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/500:30
IST
-
CHC
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,374
Sat 9/506:15
AKL
-
SAW
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/514:05
SAW
-
AKL
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,617
Thu 7/506:15
AKL
-
SAW
2 stops52h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/502:50
SAW
-
AKL
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,627
Sat 24/1015:25
CHC
-
IST
2 stops31h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 28/1014:00
IST
-
CHC
2 stops47h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4$2,627
Sat 16/506:30
CHC
-
IST
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/500:30
IST
-
CHC
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,676

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,804

One-way from

$1,052

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,091
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 24/7-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 83h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 18 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/4

09:00-07:15

1 stop31h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 7/5

14:20-06:30

1 stop31h 10m

$2,345

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

15:30-16:40

2 stops34h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 22/8

14:30-06:00

1 stop30h 30m

$2,362

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

15:30-11:40

2 stops29h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 10/10

01:40-00:35

2 stops36h 55m

$2,466

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/8

07:00-11:20

2 stops37h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 23/8

16:55-14:15

2 stops36h 20m

$2,505

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/9

13:00-11:20

1 stop31h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 29/9

14:30-06:00

1 stop29h 30m

$2,564

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

16:25-13:05

2 stops29h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 12/9

14:10-13:00

2 stops37h 50m

$2,613

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/6

13:00-05:15

1 stop25h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 11/10

01:40-17:45

2 stops30h 05m

$2,657

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

06:30-07:15

2 stops33h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

00:30-19:20

2 stops33h 50m

$2,676

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

15:30-11:40

2 stops29h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 11/10

01:40-17:45

2 stops30h 05m

$2,727

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/9

10:15-05:00

1 stop27h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 14/10

16:50-17:45

2 stops38h 55m

$2,741

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Istanbul

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $888). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $4,507). 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.

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 18 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andChina Southern from New Zealand to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,307 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
207 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Istanbul can take about 25h 35m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,873. Airlines will cover a distance of 17006 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $784. Users have also found prices from $831 and $955 on Turkish Airlines and China Southern, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Istanbul?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Istanbul, Auckland Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Christchurch - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Istanbul.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Istanbul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $888). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $4,507). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$887Average$3,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$2,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,526Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,571Average$1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,694Average$2,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,946Average$2,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,973Average$2,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Oman AirCheapest$2,044Average$2,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,073Average$2,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,282Average$2,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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