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 $3,158. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $835. Users have also found prices from $956 and $1,068 on China Southern and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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.

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).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Istanbul?

Consider China Southern, Turkish Airlines or Qatar Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from New Zealand to Istanbul.

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

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.

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.

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Round-trip from	$1,880
One-way from	$1,081
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Average price	$2,170

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Auckland Intl

Mon 12/10

10:00-06:35

2 stops30h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 26/10

14:10-16:15

1 stop40h 05m

$2,150

AucklandIstanbul

AKL Auckland Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Auckland Intl

Mon 12/10

06:10-15:55

3 stops43h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 26/10

08:05-05:30

3 stops35h 25m

$2,577

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC Christchurch - IST Istanbul

CHCIST

Christchurch

Thu 31/12

11:35-07:10

1 stop29h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 10/2

14:10-17:20

1 stop41h 10m

$2,583

AucklandIstanbul

AKL Auckland Intl - IST Istanbul

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Auckland Intl

Wed 4/11

06:45-12:50

2 stops40h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 11/11

13:55-19:15

2 stops43h 20m

$2,625

AucklandIstanbul

AKL Auckland Intl - IST Istanbul

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Auckland Intl

Mon 12/10

08:55-12:35

2 stops37h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 26/10

20:55-18:00

3 stops35h 05m

$2,654

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CHCIST

Christchurch

Thu 12/11

06:00-12:50

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Istanbul

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13:55-14:10

2 stops38h 15m

$2,654

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AKL Auckland Intl - IST Istanbul

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

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06:50-12:50

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Istanbul

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13:55-00:40

2 stops48h 45m

$2,684

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CHC Christchurch - IST Istanbul

CHCIST

Christchurch

Tue 17/11

06:05-07:10

2 stops35h 05m

Istanbul

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14:10-17:20

1 stop41h 10m

$2,756

AucklandIstanbul

AKL Auckland Intl - IST Istanbul

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/10

07:45-09:35

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Istanbul

Mon 26/10

20:55-18:00

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$2,898

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CHC Christchurch - IST Istanbul

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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 $1,936). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,460). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul?

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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

3,652 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,738 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

China Southern

7.4

Good

175 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Turkish Airlines

7.4

Good

4,472 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

China Eastern

7.3

Good

232 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,652 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

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 $3,158. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $835. Users have also found prices from $956 and $1,068 on China Southern and Singapore Airlines, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,936). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,460). 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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Emirates	Cheapest$887	Average$3,120	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$1,133	Average$2,455	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$1,396	Average$2,238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	Cheapest$1,519	Average$2,105	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$1,654	Average$2,459	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,823	Average$3,015	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air China	Cheapest$1,858	Average$2,277	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$1,946	Average$2,194	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$2,339	Average$2,818	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$2,623	Average$2,828	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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.

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How long is the flight from New Zealand to Istanbul?

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

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

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