Flight tickets from Vienna (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vienna to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Vienna to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vienna to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Vienna to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 6,768
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week192

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vienna to Istanbul is ₹ 15,160. 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.
2 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Vienna to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines and EVA Air fly direct from Vienna to Istanbul.
As of February 2026, there are 192 flights per week flying from Vienna to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Istanbul is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 18 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.
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.
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, Ryanair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Vienna and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Choose from 42 weekly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your VIE to IST flight.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • ₹ 6,768 is the best price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 15,160. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from VIE to IST by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from VIE to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Of the departures from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VIE to IST sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are highlights.

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