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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul from $997

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — IST
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 November 2025.

Sun 16/1113:45AKL - IST
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/1217:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,781
Tue 30/1223:55AKL - IST
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/102:25IST - AKL
1 stop43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,967
Thu 4/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Wed 17/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11$2,023
Sun 16/1113:45AKL - IST
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1215:05IST - AKL
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,050
Thu 20/1111:45AKL - IST
1 stop42h 20mKorean Air
Wed 3/1221:45IST - AKL
1 stop26h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 11/11$2,067
Thu 20/1122:10AKL - IST
2 stops42h 30mChina Southern
Wed 3/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop40h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11$2,184
Wed 10/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops30h 40mChina Southern
Wed 17/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 11/11$2,258
Sat 27/1223:55AKL - IST
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/101:40IST - AKL
1 stop43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,274
Tue 30/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops54h 40mChina Southern
Tue 13/115:20IST - AKL
2 stops29h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11$2,355
Thu 20/1123:45AKL - SAW
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1217:20SAW - AKL
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,677
Sun 16/1123:45AKL - SAW
1 stop40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1210:35SAW - AKL
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,682
Wed 10/1210:40AKL - SAW
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1214:30SAW - AKL
3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,790

Cheap 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 13 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,701

One-way from

$1,028

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,007
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 11/3-20/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 106h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 13 November 2025.
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Price

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

22:10-07:10

1 stop43h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 14/2

15:20-16:15

2 stops38h 55m

$1,838

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

00:25-11:40

1 stop44h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 12/5

16:50-11:25

1 stop33h 35m

$1,845

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-11:40

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,845

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-11:40

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 11/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,845

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-11:40

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,845

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-11:40

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,845

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/4

00:25-11:40

1 stop44h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,855

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

00:25-11:40

1 stop44h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,855

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/4

07:00-11:40

2 stops38h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

16:50-08:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,896

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

01:40-10:45

1 stop43h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 20/3

17:15-09:35

1 stop30h 20m

$1,975

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,486). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,868). 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 NZ to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 13 November 2025.

When flying from New Zealand 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 25% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Istanbul?

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

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

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 13 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, China Southern, andQatar Airways 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
3,409 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,661 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,043 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
177 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

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 26h 15m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,891. Airlines will cover a distance of 17006 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,486). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,868). 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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,517Average$1,873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,569Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,894Average$2,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,928Average$2,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,958Average$2,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$2,092Average$2,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,196Average$2,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,236Average$2,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,369Average$2,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,647Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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