Cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul from $941

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — IST
13 Oct — 20 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,666

One-way from

$958

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,100
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/10-30/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 80h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
20/11
  • 20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($180 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Istanbul

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 September 2025.

Wed 15/1022:25AKL - IST
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Thu 30/1015:50IST - AKL
2 stops38h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 12/9$1,666
Tue 14/1022:25AKL - IST
2 stops41h 35mChina Southern
Thu 30/1015:50IST - AKL
2 stops62h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,676
Wed 5/1122:10AKL - IST
1 stop43h 00mChina Southern
Mon 8/1215:55IST - AKL
1 stop28h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,684
Sun 2/1122:10AKL - IST
2 stops42h 30mChina Southern
Wed 10/1215:55IST - AKL
1 stop28h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,693
Sat 8/1122:10AKL - IST
1 stop43h 00mChina Southern
Sat 13/1215:50IST - AKL
2 stops38h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,696
Wed 5/1113:45AKL - IST
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1201:50IST - AKL
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,698
Sun 2/1122:10AKL - IST
2 stops42h 30mChina Southern
Tue 9/1215:50IST - AKL
2 stops28h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,706
Wed 5/1122:10AKL - IST
1 stop43h 00mChina Southern
Thu 11/1215:50IST - AKL
2 stops28h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,731
Wed 5/1111:20AKL - IST
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1201:50IST - AKL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,736
Mon 3/1122:10AKL - IST
1 stop43h 00mChina Southern
Mon 24/1115:55IST - AKL
1 stop38h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,748
Mon 15/1222:30CHC - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Southern
Tue 23/1215:50IST - CHC
2 stops39h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,844
Mon 17/1122:30CHC - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Southern
Fri 21/1115:55IST - CHC
1 stop39h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/9$1,877

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Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 15/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 23/12

15:50-17:20

2 stops39h 30m

$1,844

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

15:55-17:20

1 stop39h 25m

$1,983

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/11

16:20-10:45

2 stops28h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 29/11

01:50-14:15

2 stops26h 25m

$2,007

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/10

00:55-16:20

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 27/10

16:50-06:40

1 stop27h 50m

$2,025

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/11

22:00-08:10

1 stop44h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 30/11

13:35-16:35

1 stop41h 00m

$2,040

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Wed 24/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 9/1

15:55-17:20

1 stop39h 25m

$2,131

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Sat 20/12

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

15:50-17:20

2 stops39h 30m

$2,151

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

13:45-06:05

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 7/12

02:00-12:15

1 stop24h 15m

$2,181

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

13:45-06:05

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

02:00-12:15

1 stop24h 15m

$2,181

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/11

07:00-15:40

2 stops42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 12/12

17:20-16:50

2 stops37h 30m

$2,218

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from New Zealand 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 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 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Istanbul as you normally would.

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 September 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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

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

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Istanbul can take about 32h 25m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,906. Airlines will cover a distance of 17006 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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    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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from New Zealand 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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Top 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,446Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,487Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,798Average$2,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,864Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,891Average$2,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,986Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,085Average$2,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,123Average$2,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,249Average$2,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,341Average$2,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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