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Cheapest flight ticket foundIstanbul Sabiha, Istanbul
Cheapest route found₹ 2,599
Cheapest month to flyJune
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Most popular destinationKayseri

The best flight deals leaving from Istanbul soon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul? If you want to travel from Istanbul next month, return fares start from ₹ 4,408. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Antalya.₹ 2,599 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Antalya.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Antalya on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 2,599, select.
Nicosia.₹ 3,177 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Ercan.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Ercan on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,177, select.
Debrecen.₹ 4,787 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Debrecen.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Debrecen on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 4,787, select.
London.₹ 5,763 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 5,763, select.
Iasi.₹ 7,343 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Iasi.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Iasi on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 7,343, select.
Athens.₹ 7,352 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and SKY express.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 7,352, select.
Lyon.₹ 8,850 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Lyon.Inbound direct flight with Transavia France departs from Lyon on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 8,850, select.
Pristina.₹ 9,164 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Pristina.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Pristina on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 9,164, select.
Sofia.₹ 9,722 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Sofia on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 9,722, select.
Sarajevo.₹ 10,379 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Sarajevo International.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Sarajevo International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,379, select.
Skopje.₹ 10,737 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Skopje on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,737, select.
Tirana.₹ 10,941 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Tirana on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 10,941, select.
Munich.₹ 12,599 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Munich.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Munich on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,599, select.
Milan.₹ 12,884 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Milan Bergamo.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Bergamo on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,884, select.
Copenhagen.₹ 12,986 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Copenhagen.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Copenhagen on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,986, select.
Sharm El Sheikh.₹ 12,997 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with AJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Sharm El Sheikh.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Sharm El Sheikh on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 12,997, select.
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Booking flights from Istanbul: frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Antalya is ₹ 2,599. 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.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly out of Istanbul is Tuesday, 23 June 2026, to Antalya.
It's easy with us. Look for cheap flights and flight offers from Istanbul to anywhere using Everywhere search– it'll show you the lowest fares for your chosen time period.

You can also set up Price Alerts for flights you'd like to keep an eye on. We'll let you know when a particular fare from Istanbul rises or falls so you can book when it's cheapest.
Sure – our flight search allows you to check for outbound flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport departing the very same day. But if you want the cheapest fare, we recommend you book around 30 days before departure. This is on average, the time when fares are cheaper.
Of course! Just select 'one way' when you search with us. And here's an extra tip: sometimes searching for a one way ticket from Istanbul, and another one-way back home, can yield cheaper tickets than a return fare with an airline.
It's best to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before the time of your flight departure, so you have enough time to check any luggage in, clear security and find your gate.
The cheapest flight from Istanbul we found in the next 1 year is to Antalya for ₹ 2,599. It departs from Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Tuesday, 23 June 2026. There are also cheap flights from Istanbul to Ercan for ₹ 3,177 and Debrecen for ₹ 4,787.

How to find cheap flights from Istanbul

  • Pick up a one-way flight from Istanbul for just ₹ 1,433. This is the best price we've found for a departure from Istanbul Sabiha.

  • Fares for a round-trip start at ₹ 2,599.

  • The cheapest city you can fly into from Istanbul is Antalya.

  • Find the best value by comparing flights across Istanbul's major airports: Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).

  • Never let a deal slip away by setting a Price Alert. We'll keep tabs on the flights you're interested in and notify you when fares drop or rise.

  • Timing matters when booking plane tickets from Istanbul. For domestic routes, try to secure your seats one to three months before flying, while international trips are often best booked two to six months in advance.

  • Choose 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search to compare prices across airports in or around your destination. Even if you have a preference, considering a neighboring airport could unlock better flight options or even slash your ticket price.

  • Willing to go wherever the best deals are? Set 'Istanbul' as your departure city and choose 'Explore everywhere' as your destination. Then sort by 'Cheapest flights' to find the best fares.

Flying from Istanbul: what you need to know

  • All departures from Istanbul use the local UTC+3 time zone.

  • Top airlines flying from Istanbul are listed below, each with one example of an airport they operate from:

  • Know the entry rules before you leave if you're visiting another country. They can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so always check with reliable sources like your airline or local consulate.

Best time to fly from Istanbul

  • The most affordable time to get on a flight departing from Istanbul is usually June.

  • August is typically the busiest month to travel. Periods of high demand like this often come with higher fares.

  • Cheaper tickets are easier to find in March, which is the least busy time to fly out of the city.

  • Consider booking a flight from Istanbul departing Tuesday or Wednesday. Midweek is usually a more affordable time to travel compared to weekends.

Where to fly to from Istanbul

  • Pack your suitcase and take off to Moscow, London or Nicosia. They're among the most popular international destinations to visit from Istanbul.

  • Antalya, Izmir and Ankara are favourites if you'd rather stay closer to home.

  • Or take off on a wider journey across Germany, Russia or Saudi Arabia. They rank among the most visited countries when flying from Istanbul.

  • The shortest flight out of Istanbul is to Podgorica, taking roughly 50 minutes.

Leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Around 32 kilometres from the city centre, Istanbul Airport is the busiest airport for flights from Istanbul.

  • The drive from the centre takes 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic. Public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • These are the airlines most travellers choose when flying out of Istanbul Airport:

  • Axu Airport Hotel is a great place to stay if you're catching an early flight. It's only a short drive from IST.

Flying out of Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

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