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Cheapest return flight
AED 768
Typical prices: AED 1,171-AED 2,431
Air Arabia
Sat 24/11Mon 31/12
SHJ - IST • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 430
Typical prices: AED 690-AED 2,097
Royal Jordanian
Wed 31/10
AUH - IST • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines, Air Montenegro, and others. Average duration is 5h 02m.
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Most flights • 38 per week
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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Cheapest • 11% average savings
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Istanbul

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Istanbul

Fri, 9 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Royal Jordanian Logo
06:30 - 20:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-IST Istanbul
15h 00m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
21:30 - 03:55IST  Istanbul-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
29h 25m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 801Royal Jordanian
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Royal Jordanian Logo
06:30 - 12:45AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-IST Istanbul
7h 15m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
13:45 - 03:55IST  Istanbul-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
13h 10m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 804Royal Jordanian
Tue, 9 Mar - Sat, 13 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
09:10 - 13:20SHJ  Sharjah-IST Istanbul
5h 10mdirect
Air Arabia Logo
14:05 - 19:30IST  Istanbul-SHJ Sharjah
4h 25mdirect
AED 896Air Arabia
Fri, 19 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Air Arabia Logo
09:10 - 13:20SHJ  Sharjah-IST Istanbul
5h 10mdirect
Air Arabia Logo
18:40 - 00:05IST  Istanbul-SHJ Sharjah
4h 25mdirect
AED 903Air Arabia
Thu, 18 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar
Kuwait Airways Logo
13:20 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
10h 20m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
23:55 - 12:20IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 25m1 stop Kuwait City
AED 1,036Kuwait Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 20:25DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:10 - 10:10IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
19h 00m1 stop Kuwait City
AED 1,105Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
flynas Logo
11:30 - 20:25DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
flynas Logo
21:35 - 10:40IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
12h 05m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
AED 1,117flynas
Wed, 2 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
flynas Logo
11:30 - 20:25DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
flynas Logo
21:35 - 10:40IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
12h 05m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
AED 1,117flynas
Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 10:55DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
15h 25m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 10:40IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
12h 05m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
AED 1,117Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Kuwait Airways Logo
18:55 - 12:45DXB  Dubai Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 50m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:10 - 21:55IST  Istanbul-DXB Dubai Intl
6h 45m1 stop Kuwait City
AED 1,627Kuwait Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Istanbul Airport?

Sharjah to Istanbul Airport is the cheapest route at AED 768 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Dubai to Istanbul Airport is the most popular connection with return deals from AED 1,036.

How much is a flight to Istanbul Airport?

A return flight to Istanbul Airport costs AED 1,612 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Abu Dhabi average AED 1,402, while Sharjah runs a bit higher at AED 1,450.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport at AED 1,487 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Tuesday is the most expensive at AED 1,844.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport with an average price of AED 1,164 return.
•May (AED 2,479) and April (AED 2,079) 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 AED 1,587 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at AED 1,983.

What is a good deal for flights to Istanbul Airport?

Flights under AED 1,171 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:
•Abu Dhabi AED 1,107
•Sharjah AED 1,171.

When are flights to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% 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

August

Cheapest flight

AED 430
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flights from Abu Dhabi 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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Flights to Istanbul: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew to Istanbul 
FarahFlew with Turkish Airlines-Feb 2025
Take the earlier flight - night flights tend to have more delay and arrive at a more uncomfortable time
MohamadFlew with Turkish Airlines-Jun 2024
Be at the airport 3 hours before the departure

Your questions about flights to Istanbul Airport, answered

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

  • 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 AED 1,171 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 long are direct flights to Istanbul Airport from different departure cities?

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

    • from Abu Dhabi: 4h 55m
    • from Sharjah: 4h 55m
    • from Dubai: 4h 35m

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Istanbul Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Istanbul Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 22% above the average return fare of AED 1,612.

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

    Turkish Airlines operates the most flights from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport at 38 per week, while Air Arabia is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

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

  • How many flights serve Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport receives 17 flights per day and 118 per week from across the world. Dubai has the most flights to Istanbul Airport with 91 weekly flights.

  • 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).

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 15 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 51% 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 AED 1,171 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 September. Return fares historically average AED 1,164 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 AED 397 per return. Evening flights to Istanbul Airport average AED 1,587 compared to AED 1,983 for afternoon 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, flydubai includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, Air Arabia includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and 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, Fatih Camii, and Tuyap Fairs and 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.
7.6
Air ArabiaOverall score based on 55 reviews
6.7Food
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
5.5Entertainment
8.0Crew
Airline reviews

Much better seats on Airbus 321. Food prices are very reasonable.

8.0 ExcellentKrzysztof, Jan 2026
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Much better seats on Airbus 321. Food prices are very reasonable.

My flight BKK–SHJ–TBS was changed, and I was notified only by an email that went into my spam folder. I found out only 1 day before the flight when I checked in online. The new flight had a 15-hour layover in SHJ and arrived in TBS 1 day later than my original plan. I needed to adjust my plan urgently and lost the cost of one hotel night because the free cancellation period was over.

My flight BKK-SHJ-TBS was changed and I was notified only by email which went into spam folder. I found out only 1 day before the flight when I checked in online. The new flight had a 15-hour layover in SHJ and arrived in TBS 1 day later than my original plan! I needed to adjust the plan urgently and lost the cost of one hotel night because the free cancellation period was over.

The flight was slightly delayed because of change of plane but informed beforehand. Flight was very good and comfortable

Superb like always. On time and quite comfortable. Only thing is that the arrival movement was by bus.

We were boarded by bus. That was a bit of pain.

Food options were limited and crew ran out of some options before all are served

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. No TV either. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

I bought a full price ticket for business class on kayak and my seat selection was not Included, I had to pay more and WiFi for example was not Included in my seat. My travel companion who bought his ticket for the same business class price had these features included in his ticket therefore I am not happy with my purchase via kayak.

Good could be better. Crew is good but not great. Not much snack options for kids. Bathrooms were not cleaned on time

The crew were really bad mannered! And spoiled all my mood throughout the flight!

One of the bags was damaged the offer from the airline wasn’t enough to buy another bag. Can you look into the case please case reference 2007025965730

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled.

Maybe some more information as to why the flight got delayed I understand may be tell your customers that missiles were fired at a specific airport wouldn't be reassuring to the customers and would cause mayhem but something like recent events have cause a delay on your flight or smth

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

Check in, was fine, boarding was good, we left on time, punctual flight, aircraft condition was also good, Boeing 737-600 , all went well, I did not expect more or any better

Flight changed and cancelled several times over the months in advance that I booked it. However, actual flight went well, no delays, spacious seats. Had some landing issues but otherwise, fine. Also loved that they don’t check weight of luggage!

Seats are disaster, not comfortable at all. With my height 183 cm there were no space for my legs... The airplane was Turkish airlines and no entertainment on board.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

I resent being called a ‘guest’ of Pegasus airlines and then they refuse to give me water, because they want to sell it to me. Also, the baggage allowances are ridiculously stingy. I also resent the way staff are on the look out to catch passengers out. I would never dream of treating my ‘guests’ like Pegasus treats us.

Great flight and great crew. Many thanks to them for their hard work making our trip so relaxing.

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

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The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Food 930 am flight they serve lunch !! In other flight 11 am flight they serve breakfast Crew behavior is bad also overall

If the flight was full I would have been more uncomfortable as the space was small. The seat in front of me was very close, I wear transition lenses and it was too close for a comfortable viewing experience. The foot room was not the best either. The row was empty so I had shoulder width space. The foot space in my opinion could be better, I am just 6ft tall, medium built and found the space mediocre. The AC on the flight could have been cooler. We were delaed on the tarmac and the air con was warm. Even in the air, it could have been cooler. Apart from that excellent service crew, we were delayed on the tarmac and water was offered to us which was of good temperature. The snacks offered were acceptable. Thanks for a safe and smooth journey.

Boarding from T3 is a nightmare for the transfer to the aircraft.

BEST air crew in the industry and service delivery takes it to the next level from great to AMAZING!!!

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

Consider serving food to all passengers regardless of food reservation status during booking.

Second-row economy doesn't have leg space if you are 6 feet

Boarding was almost an hour late but there was no communication. Cabin crew did nothing to ensure people kept masks on and even with seat belt sign on people were wondering around the plane.

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