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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Istanbul? If you want to travel to Istanbul next month, return fares start from C$895. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:July

Airports in Istanbul

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Direct flights to Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Air Transat, Air Serbia, RwandAir, Thai Airways, and Porter Airlines all fly direct to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul is usually October.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – you can fly direct to Istanbul Airport and the average flight time is 10 hours and 30 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Istanbul is C$581. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from C$581.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Istanbul is Monday, October 12, 2026.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

The average temperature in Istanbul in July is around 24°C. The warmest month in Istanbul is typically August, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December, and it usually rains the least in August.
Currently, Aer Lingus and Air Transat offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying to Istanbul

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$581
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week280

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How to find cheap flights to Istanbul

  • C$364 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Istanbul. Or you can book a return plane ticket for C$581.

  • Let the best deals come to you by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when ticket prices go down.

  • Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to land some amazing early bird deals for your flight.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Istanbul. This will display every airport around your departure and arrival destinations.

  • If you aren't in a rush to get to the city, think about taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets by booking a flight with a stop.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that fits your budget and schedule.

  • August is the most popular month to fly. The city is usually at its busiest, making it the perfect time to explore.

  • Travel in March if you want a more laid-back vibe. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Istanbul are generally more affordable.

  • Check the weather before travelling. July is the warmest time of year in Istanbul, averaging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 2ºC (36ºF) to 11ºC (52ºF).

  • With two days of average rainfall, July is the driest month in Istanbul.

  • January has the wettest weather. You can expect around eight days of rainfall.

Travelling to Istanbul: what you need to know

Getting to central Istanbul from Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul is about 40 kilometres from IST, the city's main airport.

  • Once you've touched down from your flight to Istanbul, reaching the centre by car will take around 45 minutes.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Rest or simply freshen up after your flight to Istanbul. These hotels near Istanbul Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:

  • Can't wait to kick off your adventure? You can book a car rental at IST with top suppliers such as Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car. Grab the keys and get ready to explore Istanbul and beyond.

  • Istanbul Airport serves Istanbul and nearby areas in Istanbul Province, Türkiye (Turkey).

Istanbul highlights

  • Step off your flight to Istanbul and make your way to these major attractions:

    • Hagia Sophia: Around 0.48 kilometres northeast of the centre in Fatih, this landmark is the perfect opening act for your trip.

    • Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum: This will be another highlight of your trip. A top landmark, it's around 0.16 kilometres northwest of the centre of Istanbul in Fatih.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • There are plenty more places to explore in Türkiye (Turkey), starting with Bursa. Old Bursa Historic Houses, Bursa Archaeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar are must-sees in this city, which is about 88 kilometres south of Istanbul. Yenisehir Airport (YEI) is the major airport in Bursa.

  • Eskisehir is another top destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is roughly 193 kilometres southeast of Istanbul. Make it a trip to remember with stops at Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, Eskişehir ETİ Archaeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum. Eskisehir Airport (AOE) takes care of most arrivals into this city.

Complete your trip with a Istanbul car rental

  • Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Istanbul and explore at your own pace. Compare rates in one place to find the ideal match after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Istanbul.

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