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Cheapest return flight
₹ 23,133
Typical prices: ₹ 29,816-₹ 52,692
Kuwait Airways
Sun 21/1Sat 27/1
BOM - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 40,123
Typical prices: ₹ 42,575-₹ 63,632
IndiGo
Thu 4/10Sat 13/10
BOM - IST • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and IndiGo. Average duration is 7h 29m
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Most flights • 14 per week
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Cheapest • 28% average savings
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Istanbul

 
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Recent return flight deals to Istanbul

Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Kuwait Airways Logo
09:15 - 22:40BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
15h 55m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:30 - 08:05IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 05m1 stop Kuwait City
₹ 23,133Kuwait Airways
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
Kuwait Airways Logo
02:45 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
12h 45m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:10 - 01:20IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
8h 40m1 stop Kuwait City
₹ 23,229Kuwait Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
04:10 - 11:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
13:20 - 01:25IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
9h 35m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
₹ 27,068Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:10 - 11:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 21:40IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
6h 25mdirect
₹ 29,564Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 17:40BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
29h 55m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 04:00IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
11h 25m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
₹ 31,580Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
02:10 - 11:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-IST Istanbul
12h 15m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
22:25 - 01:10IST  Istanbul-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
24h 15m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
₹ 32,348Azerbaijan Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
05:45 - 14:45BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:30 - 04:15IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
19h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 37,531Gulf Air
Mon, 12 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
05:45 - 14:35BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:15 - 04:55IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
20h 10m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 37,819Gulf Air
Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
IndiGo Logo
10:15 - 11:45CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-IST Istanbul
28h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
IndiGo Logo
19:30 - 01:55IST  Istanbul-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
27h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 38,395IndiGo
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
IndiGo Logo
09:30 - 11:45BLR  Bengaluru Intl-IST Istanbul
28h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
IndiGo Logo
12:45 - 19:35IST  Istanbul-BLR Bengaluru Intl
28h 20m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 38,491IndiGo
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for India to Istanbul Airport flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Istanbul Airport?

Mumbai to Istanbul Airport is the cheapest route at ₹ 23,133 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Istanbul Airport?

A return flight to Istanbul Airport costs ₹ 40,222 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Mumbai average ₹ 36,182, while New Delhi runs a bit higher at ₹ 38,188.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport at ₹ 38,491 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 45,018.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport with an average price of ₹ 31,580 return.
•August (₹ 47,514) and July (₹ 45,594) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Night flights to Istanbul Airport are the cheapest at ₹ 38,107 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at ₹ 53,273.

What is a good deal for flights to Istanbul Airport?

Flights under ₹ 29,816 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Istanbul Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•New Delhi ₹ 26,496
•Mumbai ₹ 28,437
•Ahmedabad ₹ 29,212.

When are flights to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Istanbul Airport

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

₹ 12,958
Best time to beat the crowds (20% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% 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 Airport, answered

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

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

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

  • 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 long are direct flights to Istanbul Airport from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Istanbul Airport varies depending on your departure city:

    • from Mumbai: 6h 55m
    • from New Delhi: 6h 45m

  • How many flights serve Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport receives 4 flights per day and 28 per week from across the world. Mumbai has the most flights to Istanbul Airport with 14 weekly flights.

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

    A good deal on a flight to Istanbul Airport is around ₹ 29,816 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 Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Istanbul Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 27% above the average return fare of ₹ 40,222.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Istanbul Airport?

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport 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 Airport, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Istanbul Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around ₹ 29,816 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 Airport in November. Return fares historically average ₹ 31,580 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 ₹ 15,166 per return. Evening flights to Istanbul Airport average ₹ 38,107 compared to ₹ 53,273 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 Airport, 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 Airport, a few great places to start are Taksim Square, Sultanahmet Meydani, and Istanbul Congress Center. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

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.
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Azerbaijan AirlinesOverall score based on 18 reviews
8.6Comfort
8.6Crew
5.8Entertainment
8.0Food
7.8Boarding
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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!

As I mentioned flight from NY to Bangalore was excellent but the return flight from Bahrain to NYC was mediocre, Looks like a old aircraft also not much choice in entertainment.

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.

Did not have to leave plane. However found the wait tiring with nearly a full plane boarding at Male and being unable to get out of seat due to cleaners security and a full plane boarding with hand luggage. Staff were excellent despite a long and tiring flight due to stopover.

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.

Worst flight ever.service was extremely poor and food taste was horrible.Served me mashed potatoes and chicken calling it Briyani.

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

The drinks should come before food. Unable to have any fluid unless after food. Thanks

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.

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.

The onboarding was extremely confusing. Had to climb the stairs to plan from tarmac with carryon bags in hand. No apologies for inconvenience. Overall not quite pleasant experience.

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 .

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.

Next time im going to use Kuwait air lines, hopefully

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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