How long is the flight to Istanbul?

The average flight time to Istanbul is 5 hours and 1 minute. We've calculated this based on journeys from Abu Dhabi.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Royal Brunei , ANA (All Nippon Airways), Qantas, flydubai and Air Arabia all fly non-stop to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul is usually November.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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.

Can I get a direct flight to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 8 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Istanbul is AED 682. 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.

Can I get a better flight deal if I fly to another airport near Istanbul?

We found flights to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, which is 30.3 km from Istanbul, from AED 451 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Istanbul Airport is Friday, November 15, 2024 .

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Istanbul?

Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

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Istanbul.AED 682 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 15, returning Mon, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Fri, Nov 15, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Mon, Nov 18, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 682, select.

Istanbul.AED 687 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 29, returning Mon, Nov 4.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Tue, Oct 29, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Mon, Nov 4, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 687, select.

Istanbul.AED 687 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 9, returning Thu, Dec 12.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Mon, Dec 9, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Thu, Dec 12, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 687, select.

Istanbul.AED 690 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 28, returning Thu, Oct 31.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Mon, Oct 28, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Thu, Oct 31, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 690, select.

Istanbul.AED 693 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 6, returning Thu, Feb 13.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Thu, Feb 6, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Thu, Feb 13, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 693, select.

Istanbul.AED 697 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 31, returning Sat, Jan 11.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Tue, Dec 31, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Sat, Jan 11, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 697, select.

Istanbul.AED 697 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 1, returning Sat, Jan 11.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Wed, Jan 1, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Sat, Jan 11, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 697, select.

Istanbul.AED 697 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 26, returning Sun, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Tue, Nov 26, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Istanbul on Sun, Dec 8, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 697, select.

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Frequently asked questions

: The average flight time to Istanbul is 5 hours and 1 minute. We've calculated this based on journeys from Abu Dhabi.
: Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Royal Brunei , ANA (All Nippon Airways), Qantas, flydubai and Air Arabia all fly non-stop to Istanbul.
: The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul is usually November.
: 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 – the average flight time is 5 hours and 8 minutes.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Istanbul is AED 682. 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.
: We found flights to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, which is 30.3 km from Istanbul, from AED 451.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Istanbul Airport is Friday, November 15, 2024.
: 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.
: Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying to Istanbul

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 682
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	5 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	210

Discover Istanbul

Why You Should Visit Istanbul

The culturally-diverse city of Istanbul is a thriving metropolis where travelers can get lost in its winding streets, bazaars and ancient alleys. As one of the most important cities in the history of the world, Istanbul is home to endless historical landmarks and heritage sites so you’ll never run out of places to see – be sure to check out some of the city’s most famous spots like the Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque. Another favorite with travelers is to visit some of Istanbul’s iconic famous Turkish baths, known locally as hamams – here you can enjoy peace and tranquility whilst bathing in hot waters or getting a body massage. Any visit to Istanbul wouldn’t be complete without taking a walk through the vast Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s most ancient marketplaces where you’ll find everything from opulent carpets to jewelry. Check out our list of the best places to visit in Turkey to make the most out of your trip.

Where to stay: Istanbul hotels for every budget and style

Arriving In Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is the busiest airport in Turkey located roughly 25 km from central Istanbul. There are plenty of ways to travel into the city once your flight has landed including on the local metro network or by bus, so you don’t have to rely on a taxi. Inside the airport there is a wealth of retail and designer shops as well as duty free shopping, while you can also look forward to a wide array of dining and drinking choices.

If you want to book flights from the UAE to Istanbul there are plenty of choices available with the option to fly out of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Those coming from Dubai can travel with Emirates and Turkish Airlines out of Dubai International Airport, while travelers based in Abu Dhabi can catch flights with Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines. If you want to fly out of Sharjah International Airport you can also make the journey with AtlasGlobal.

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Looking to get the cheapest air tickets to Istanbul? Why not check out our Best Time To Book guide. We show you the best time to book your tickets on average to get the cheapest airfare, as well as the cheapest month to visit.

Istanbul Travel Information

UAE nationals are able to travel to Turkey by applying online for an E-Visa which is valid for up to 90 days. Although the weather in Istanbul over the summer is hot with highs of 26 degrees to be expected, it can get surprisingly cold during the winter when you will need to wear something warm. The city of Istanbul is served by an extensive public transport network to help you get around, although there are a number of leading car rental companies operating at Istanbul Ataturk Airport if you would rather have your own vehicle.

* This information is correct as of September 2017

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