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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul from $696

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — IST
28 Dec — 4 Jan1
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 28 November 2025.

Tue 16/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Tue 23/1215:20IST - AKL
2 stops38h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 27/11$2,178
Thu 25/1222:10AKL - IST
2 stops42h 30mChina Southern
Thu 1/115:20IST - AKL
2 stops38h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 27/11$2,260
Mon 15/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops30h 40mChina Southern
Mon 29/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop40h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 27/11$2,277
Thu 18/1210:00AKL - IST
2 stops54h 40mChina Southern
Wed 14/114:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,332
Thu 18/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Wed 31/1214:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,454
Tue 16/1210:00AKL - IST
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Wed 14/114:10IST - AKL
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$2,606
Mon 8/1219:15AKL - SAW
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1214:30SAW - AKL
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11$3,198
Tue 9/1207:15AKL - SAW
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/213:40SAW - AKL
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11$3,952
Sat 27/1220:35AKL - SAW
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/100:35SAW - AKL
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11$4,018
Tue 16/1214:35AKL - SAW
2 stops36h 50mKLM
Fri 16/115:45SAW - AKL
2 stops54h 50mKLM
Deal found 26/11$4,055
Wed 10/1221:05AKL - SAW
1 stop27h 50mEmirates
Fri 26/1214:20SAW - AKL
1 stop34h 55mEmirates
Deal found 27/11$4,158
Thu 25/1210:25AKL - SAW
3 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/114:20SAW - AKL
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11$4,205

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 28 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,713

One-way from

$696

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,989
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 3/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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29/1
  • 29/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 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 28 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Istanbul that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Istanbul

Route

Departure

Return

Price

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

$1,847

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 31/3

07:00-16:10

2 stops43h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

17:30-15:05

2 stops36h 35m

$2,174

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Tue 31/3

15:40-14:20

3 stops32h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 13/5

17:20-05:30

2 stops27h 10m

$2,202

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

$2,206

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

09:00-11:40

2 stops35h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 12/5

01:25-12:40

2 stops26h 15m

$2,216

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

$2,269

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Tue 5/5

12:55-05:15

2 stops49h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 8/6

01:35-15:50

2 stops29h 15m

$2,293

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

06:35-13:05

2 stops39h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

14:10-14:20

2 stops39h 10m

$2,552

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Fri 8/5

06:35-13:05

2 stops39h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 10/6

14:10-23:05

2 stops47h 55m

$2,552

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 4/5

06:35-13:05

2 stops39h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 6/6

14:10-23:05

2 stops47h 55m

$2,552

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/11

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul

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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 $1,473). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,847). 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 28 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 28 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
3,424 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,424 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,066 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 39h 30m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,552. Airlines will cover a distance of 17043 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 $1,473). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,847). 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 28 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,496Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,554Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,877Average$2,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,942Average$2,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$2,069Average$2,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,160Average$2,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,212Average$2,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,343Average$2,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,552Average$3,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,618Average$2,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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