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Cheap Flights to Istanbul

 
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Recent return flight deals to Istanbul

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Kuwait Airways Logo
02:45 - 12:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
12h 30m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:10 - 08:05IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 25m1 stop Kuwait City
₹ 22,169Kuwait Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Kuwait Airways Logo
02:45 - 12:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
12h 30m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:10 - 08:05IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 25m1 stop Kuwait City
₹ 22,264Kuwait Airways
Sun, 25 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
05:10 - 21:25DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 45m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
13:20 - 03:15IST  Istanbul-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
11h 25m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
₹ 32,686Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
05:10 - 22:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IST Istanbul
19h 20m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
23:00 - 04:10IST  Istanbul-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 40m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
₹ 32,875Azerbaijan Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:10 - 12:45BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Kuwait City
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 21:00IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
12h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 34,107Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:25 - 11:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 50m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 04:55IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
28h 55m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
₹ 35,338Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
05:45 - 14:50BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:45 - 21:35IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
27h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 38,370Gulf Air
Sun, 4 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
IndiGo Logo
08:35 - 13:50BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
7h 45mdirect
IndiGo Logo
17:55 - 04:35IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
8h 10mdirect
₹ 38,560IndiGo
Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
05:45 - 15:00BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:50 - 04:55IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
10h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 39,223Gulf Air
Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
IndiGo Logo
02:30 - 13:50MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
13h 50m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
IndiGo Logo
17:55 - 17:30IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
21h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 40,075IndiGo
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Price, demand, and travel trends for India to Istanbul flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from India to Istanbul with more confidence.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul at ₹ 35,812 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 41,496.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul with an average price of ₹ 31,170 return.
  • August (₹ 46,897) and July (₹ 43,865) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Istanbul?

Night flights to Istanbul are the cheapest at ₹ 37,233 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at ₹ 51,634.

When are flights to Istanbul the cheapest?

Flights to Istanbul are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Istanbul

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

₹ 13,074
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flights from New Delhi to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Istanbul, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What onsite accommodation is there at Istanbul Ataturk Airport?

    TAV Istanbul International Airport Hotel is a hotel located inside the international terminal at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, divided between the landside and airside areas of the terminal, but if you prefer off-site accommodation with a free airport shuttle, you can choose to stay at WOW Airport Hotel or Radisson Blu Conference & Airport Hotel Istanbul.

  • How do I get from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to downtown Istanbul?

    Istanbul Sabiha Airport is situated about 35 kilometres outside the city centre and there are no direct public transport links to Sultanahmet in the Old Town. You would have to travel by bus or train to either Taksim or Kadikoy and then take another connection to the downtown area. Alternatively, you can rent a car or take a taxi from the airport.

  • What facilities are available for families with children at Istanbul Ataturk Airport?

    There are a few lounges at Istanbul Ataturk Airport that offer facilities for parents travelling with infants or young children on flights to Istanbul. “primeclass” Lounge has a kids room, as does the Turkish Airlines Lounge in the departures lounge at the international terminal, while the Emirates Lounge hosts a baby changing room if required.

  • What shopping options are there at Istanbul Sabiha Airport?

    As with most modern airport terminals, there is a variety of premium and casual retail brand stores to browse at Istanbul Sabiha Airport, including Nike, Anne Klein and Emporio Armani. There are also various souvenir and gift shops along with Setur Duty Free Shop and Setur Duty Free Last Minute Shop.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Istanbul?

    Turkish Airlines operates the most flights from India to Istanbul at 14 per week, while Kuwait Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from India to Istanbul. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Istanbul?

    Flights to Istanbul arrive at: Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • Which airports serve Istanbul and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Istanbul can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • How do I know if a flight to Istanbul is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Istanbul is around ₹ 28,202 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Istanbul?

    Last-minute fares to Istanbul – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 31% above the average return fare of ₹ 38,296.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Istanbul?

Your guide to booking Istanbul flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Istanbul, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Istanbul, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around ₹ 28,202 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Istanbul in November. Return fares historically average ₹ 31,170 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to ₹ 14,401 per return. Evening flights to Istanbul average ₹ 37,233 compared to ₹ 51,634 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Istanbul, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, IndiGo includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Turkish Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Istanbul, a few great places to start are Taksim, Taksim Square, and İstiklal Caddesi. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), or Istanbul Sabiha Airport, and Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) are the two international airports that serve as the main entry points to the Turkish city and, while Istanbul Ataturk is the larger and busier one, both are used as a hub by Turkish Airlines, the national airline.
  • Lounge Istanbul International at Istanbul Sabiha Airport offers passengers the opportunity to relax in a first-class lounge atmosphere if time permits before their flights are called and ISG CIP Lounge is available to domestic as well as international guests or, if you prefer, you can enjoy the Turkish Airlines Lounge if you’re flying with the airline.
  • If you’re feeling a bit hungry after your flight to Istanbul, you can sit and have a meal at one of the restaurants located at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, such as Simit Sarayi, Restro and Café Nero located in the arrivals and departures lounges of the international terminal and Tadina Anadolu, Kokpit and C&B in the departures lounge of the domestic terminal.
  • Foreign travellers on flights to Istanbul will be pleased to hear that there are five currency exchange locations at Istanbul Ataturk Airport: two landside of the international departures lounge, two airside of the international arrivals lounge and one landside of international arrivals in addition to several ATMs dispersed around both terminals.
  • Want to leave your car at Istanbul Sabiha Airport? You'll be pleased to know that the airport has parking capacity for over 4,700 cars and 72 coaches in a four-story structure located in front of the airport building and a short walk from the terminals. There are also 400 valet parking spots and conveniently located spaces for disabled visitors.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Istanbul

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Azerbaijan AirlinesOverall score based on 18 reviews
8.6Comfort
5.8Entertainment
7.8Boarding
8.0Food
8.6Crew
Airline reviews

Delightful...I have flown many millions of miles, this was a treat!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
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Delightful...I have flown many millions of miles, this was a treat!

ОК. However no USB jack for recharging devices. Multimedia not work approximately for 1/3 seats.

Waited too long in the bus to board the plane. Communication was non existence.

Turkish airline is so mismanaged . We had to onboard a flight outside from tarmac when there was heavy rains . By the time we climbed the flight we were drenched from the rain and we were so cold. The flight service was so terrible. The flight attendant never responded to any of the calls. There were no extra snack left for the kid . On one of the more than 13 hours flight my seat did ot recline and the person in the front had reclined their seat completely , for the whole more than 13 hour journey , I barely had any space to do anything . I will never travel with this airline ever again , such a bad experience

Poor connecting flight logistics and ground transportation for such enormous airport. Airline does not consider time required to complete the security check or transition from one to gate to another

Very Bad experience bqz I was missed my next flight.

Awful experience in Indigo, check in lines were very long with inadequate staffing. Had to wait in a warm stuffy plane on the tarmac as the flight was delayed.

Horrible, hated every part of it. They do not have business class- just tried to make one row. Boarding was a mess- felt like hungry people fighting for food. Will never ever travel in Indigo

It was great! Great value for the price I paid. Great crew and great food in business class

Unbelievable food and service! Chefs are amazing onboard. WiFi spotty

Boarding was chaotic. Cabin noisy. Temperature a bit cool. Bathrooms not cleaned enough.

The flight starts at 7am from New Delhi, a supremely inconvenient time, especially, if you are coming from another smaller city. Please consider moving it to 4am or 5am.

Business class: Like: food selection presentation Staff on the airline Love: lounge in Istanbul Needs major improvement: attitude of reception at Istanbul lounge: 4 of them sitting there: inattentive and then rude. They do not fit with rest of Turkish hospitality!

The flight from NY to Bangalore was very good but the return flight from Bahrain to NY was mediocre

Pretty much what you'd expect for an economy flight. The crew were excellent as usual. The food was ok, but nothing special.

Staff is rude and condescending. Airline is badly managed. They take away their flimsy earphones and blankets one hour before the lading. I’ve never experienced this with any other airline. It’s a very portly managed and run airline that should be avoided.

Everything about our return trip from Colombo to Manchester was excellent. Staff were brilliant all flights. Return flights on time and all staff were brilliant. The outbound journey however was marred by cancellation of Man to Bahrain flight. No information or staff assistance. Customer Service none existent. Told to make own arrangements by none interested or understanding telephone staff who said to make own hotel arrangements and be reimbursed. CS refused to reimburse hotel or lost lounge booking or taxi fees.

Had to discuss more than 15 min regarding wheelchair they gave only at the start location. No food serv in 1 st flight. Considering flight started at 10:00 pm so had to starve for dinner. Checkin screw was polite. Food in 2 nd and 3 rd flights was not good. It was too cold in the flights. Had to ask for blankets. Missed quality all thru, though the fare was on higher side

Food could have been better Entertainment was absent even in Business Class

Gulfair were on top form and everything went as planned

The entertainment on board was really poor. The map doesn’t give enough information and the movies have arabic subtitles, you can’t choose. The stuff wasn’t very friendly and the breakfast really poor. The food must not be spicy! They didn’t have enough drinks.

It was a great experience, can’t wait to do it again soon!!

The boarding at Heathrow is chaotic. That's partly due to the lack of space and seating at gate 8, and a Qatar flight from gate 9 at the same time. That's down to Heathrow rather than Gulf Air. I've had a similar experience here before. Another problem which isn't specific to Gulf Air or Heathrow is announcements, and those for boarding in particular. They are difficult to hear with all the other noise and for me with hearing problems it's even worse. A simple tv screen would help, so long as it's updated of course.

Kuwait Airways is one of the airlines that has entered into competition with other carriers and has become distinguished in the quality of its services. However, it still requires further development, particularly in its digital services related to airport operations and in-flight entertainment. I believe that over the coming years, Kuwait Airways may reach a highly competitive level in terms of the services it provides.

I do not have any issue after travelling but not able to return back to Newyork because my flight is cancelled. Requested to refund my full amount.

Are you KIDDING RIGHT NOW?!? SENDING OUT SURVEYS FOR CANCELED FLIGHTS IN A CONFLICT ZONE?!? ARE YOU FEELING OK???

Food is terrible, service is not good. Staff were not personable and rushed food service.

Boarding /lounge :Chaotic boarding , business /first class had a dedicated line but it was upto to the passenger to figure out and use those lines .Oasis lounge is clean but tiny so it felt over crowded . Neither the food nor amenities felt business/first class . Cabin and tech : 2-2-2 configuration needs to go . Leg space is cramped , headsets didn’t work . WIFI does exist or didn’t work on the entire 20 hour journey . Food and crew : Preordered “Hindu Non vegetarian” meal , crew was clueless , they didn’t even bother to ask if they weren’t sure what that meant . Served mediocre vegetarian food though menu had chicken /lamb options . In short , worst business class experience of all the airlines I flew to date . Not sure if there is one area they compete in let alone excel … avoid if you can .

Food was not available in the middle of the trip that is 13 hours

Everything was good and no points to complain. Food is always a tricky concept. Sometimes you like it and sometimes you don’t. Food was redundant from Kuwait City to NY-JFK.

Seats were comfortable. Be aware there is no alcohol on this airline.

It was very nice flight only suggestions to upload recent videos and English subtitles. Thanks

Not much on entertainment, food was good but not delicious, flight was on time

Paid for the seat 17D. I found that that seat has no lean back facilities

Flight was short but turbulent giving uneasy feeling :( ; although views were mesmerising ;)

Flight boarding experience with journey was smooth; can describe it as a less to minimal turbulent flight!

I paid 675£ for LHR-BOM-BKK (return flight). They charged so much money but provide very less food/drinks as compared to another airlines. Never ever fly with Indigo.

Just fly from point a to b. rest holds zero stars. And with zero competition, what do you expcect

Screens should work, Seating need to be comfortable, Luggage management was worse. Took 2 hours to get my luggage

Flight was delayed 110 mins.. Crew on Ground or in Air had no regrets.. No apologies... Very poor boarding process... Awful food and beverage choice.

Flight was delayed and due to this we almost miss the connection flight

The flight was delayed by 3 hours, causing me to miss my connecting international flight. I then had to wait in the airport 18 hours for the next flight. The reason for the delay was a computer issue, not something outside of their control like weather. To add insult to injury, instead of trying to expedite the flight to make up for lost time, they ran a carry-on baggage check to verify every bag onboard belonged to someone on the plane, which took another 20 minutes.

As budget airline everything was good. Except that - boarding process can be more organised. Then if entertainment systems are not operational. Its better to keep them switch off.

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