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Cheapest return flight
฿17,098
Typical prices: ฿21,566-฿27,849
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Mon 29/10Mon 5/11
BKK - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
฿22,589
Typical prices: ฿24,429-฿33,180
เตอร์กิชแอร์ไลน์
Thu 25/10Fri 9/11
BKK - IST • Direct
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You can fly direct with เตอร์กิชแอร์ไลน์ and Thai Airways. Average duration is 10h 22m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Istanbul

 
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Recent return flight deals to Istanbul

Thu 29 Oct - Thu 5 Nov
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14:10 - 12:50BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
26h 40m2 stops Krabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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18:30 - 06:45IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
32h 15m1 stop Muscat Seeb
฿17,098Multiple Airlines
Sun 1 Nov - Tue 17 Nov
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18:40 - 12:50BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
46h 10m2 stops Krabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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18:30 - 17:15IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
18h 45m1 stop Muscat Seeb
฿17,394Multiple Airlines
Mon 21 Sep - Sun 27 Sep
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20:15 - 14:50BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
22h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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06:15 - 09:45IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
23h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
฿17,953กัลฟ์แอร์
Thu 24 Sep - Mon 28 Sep
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20:15 - 15:00BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
22h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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06:15 - 09:45IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
23h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
฿18,380กัลฟ์แอร์
Sun 25 Oct - Mon 9 Nov
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18:05 - 13:20BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
23h 15m1 stop Sharjah
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14:05 - 17:05IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
23h 00m1 stop Sharjah
฿18,511แอร์อาราเบีย
Wed 11 Nov - Tue 24 Nov
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11:05 - 13:20HKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
30h 15m1 stop Sharjah
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14:05 - 08:05IST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
14h 00m1 stop Sharjah
฿18,643แอร์อาราเบีย
Wed 23 Sep - Fri 9 Oct
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12:20 - 13:50HKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
29h 30m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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17:55 - 21:55IST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
24h 00m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
฿18,939IndiGo
Fri 9 Oct - Fri 23 Oct
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22:45 - 13:50BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-IST Istanbul
19h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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17:55 - 09:50IST  Istanbul-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
35h 55m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
฿19,005IndiGo
Mon 26 Oct - Fri 30 Oct
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09:10 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
31h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:55 - 06:05IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿20,057เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์
Sun 8 Nov - Wed 25 Nov
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09:10 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
31h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:55 - 06:05IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿21,109เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์
Booking Insights

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

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

What is the cheapest flight to Istanbul Airport?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Istanbul Airport is the cheapest route at ฿17,098 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 ฿24,467 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport average ฿24,320, while Phuket City runs a bit higher at ฿24,365.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport at ฿23,707 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Thursday is the most expensive at ฿27,060.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

  • September and October are the cheapest months to fly to Istanbul Airport with an average price of ฿22,687 return.
  • February (฿27,882) and April (฿26,238) 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?

Afternoon flights to Istanbul Airport are the cheapest at ฿20,682 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at ฿26,304.

What is a good deal for flights to Istanbul Airport?

Flights under ฿21,566 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:

  • Phuket City ฿20,796
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When are flights to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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

December

Cheapest flight

฿5,688
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flights from Phuket City 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?

    เตอร์กิชแอร์ไลน์ operates the most flights from Thailand to Istanbul Airport at 28 per week, and for this route เตอร์กิชแอร์ไลน์ is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Thailand to Istanbul Airport. The two are sometimes 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 Phuket City: 10h 10m
    • from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport: 9h 45m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Istanbul Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Istanbul Airport are from:
    • Bangkok, from ฿17,098 return

  • How many flights serve Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport receives 5 flights per day and 35 per week from across the world. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport has the most flights to Istanbul Airport with 29 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 ฿21,566 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 7% above the average return fare of ฿24,467.

  • 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 20 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 19% 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 ฿21,566 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 ฿22,687 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 midday to save up to ฿5,622 per return. Midday flights to Istanbul Airport average ฿20,682 compared to ฿26,304 for evening 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, เตอร์กิชแอร์ไลน์ includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Thai Airways 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, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. 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.
7.9
Thai AirwaysOverall score based on 418 reviews
7.7Comfort
8.0Boarding
6.9Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.5Food
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Excellent service in business class. Well worth the slightly higher fare as it includes lounge access, additional luggage weight and a full hot meal on board.

10.0 ExcellentRamon, Jul 2026
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Excellent service in business class. Well worth the slightly higher fare as it includes lounge access, additional luggage weight and a full hot meal on board.

HAVING ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR PEOPLE TO BOARD ACCORDING TO GROUP IS ESSENTIAL N ENSURING N CUTTING OF QUEUES, EXCEPT FOR PRIORITY CLASS PASSENGERS ON A SEPARATE Q

We still get drinks and a snack. Love the gift bags too.

business class is old but still done very well by the team.

Good experience although the boarding gate is at the terminal extension hence need to leave lounge to head over earlier.

Thai Royal First is very good. Easy check in , Private room in the first class lounge and escort from ticketing to the plane. Once on board crew was very polite, food was outstanding, and the ride was smooth as silk. Restrooms were especially clean. Great Experience

Need to improve on punctuality. My flight was delayed by 1 hour.

Seats were uncomfortable and the vegetarian meal was awful. Some of the entertainment didn't work.

Although booked meal of fruit only The crew had not received this special meal The same happened on my flight Bangkok / CAN The films are so old that best is to use own computer to watch downloads . Serve nuts but they do not warm up . Service is attentive , WC clean

They used Thai Smile plane, which is a smaller model and used to service only domestic flights; hence, the plane is small and quite compact. No entertainment on the flight. While boarding was delayed, it was done in a quick manner.

The boarding experience did not follow the Zones that were listed on the boarding passes. This was a two-level aircraft with many passengers. Because zones were not called out by the airline staff, there was simply a mob trying to board and it was not a pleasant experience.

Flight departed punctually on time. Unfortunately it seems because the destination airport is a secondary airport the airline sees it fit to operate a plane with lower comfort and offerings. There was no inflight entertainment, wifi or let alone a screen to at least track flight status for remaining flight time.

All great, because I was given a seat with extra legroom on this part of my trip.

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

I was unable to pre purchase sear upgrades or internet. Their online site is not user friendly and poor. I felt singled out in customs. Seats are very small even for a small person.

Staff was very friendly. There is no on board entertainment, but it’s such a short flight that it doesn’t matter. We also got a meal which was nice and unexpected due to the length of the flight.

I had first class service from them. A little late taking off, but no major problem

Not good. Expected a lot more as far as excellence.

Was required to print a boarding pass, which I'd prefer to avoid. Seat (economy x) was comfortable, service was excellent.

Cabin crew The only issue was that there was no space for our carry on luggage near our seats We had to put our luggage in a different wing And when I went to collect it, none of the crew knew where they placed our luggage

My first time in business class The in flt staff was outstanding in every aspect of service, the food was amazing, the business seat space made the 11 hour journey easy peazy

It was good, but always can be better. The airplane was old.

I am a US citizen coming from Uganda to IST to LAX I was to be rerouted to Houston for Ebola health screen at no extra charge per TA app. At IST Turkish counter 4, they refused to reroute me to Houston unless I paid $1000. Finally, they said they would route me to Houston at no charge but not to LAX. SO I PUT OUT AN EXTRA $300 for Delta to LAX. IF THE US HAS A MANDATORY HEALTH SCREEN, THE AIRLINE NEEDS TO COMPENSATE THE PASSENGER NO EXTRA CHARGE TO FINAL DESTINATION

I really enjoyed the food, only bad part on one of my flights my screen was a bit buggy but it wasn't a big deal it was one of their older planes so I understand that happens

The segment bkk ist was ok. The segment ist to yul the boarding was chaotic with 5 control before get in the plain, in addition to normal control by scanner and metal detector during transfert

Very good, it took a little too long for the food to come out on a service that left after midnight but everything was great.

Business class in Turkish airlines is like none other. They separate themselves and highly recommend it

I will avoid this airline as much as possible. Service was rude, and I don’t think the crew knew how to answer a CALL LIGHT. I pushed my call light on the ohare to Istanbul and the Istanbul to Thailand flight because I was very very thirsty. NO ONE CAME. I pushed it twice! NO ONE CAME! Why have a call light when no one will come? My experience was the WORSE AND I WILL NEVER EVER FLY WITH THIS AIRLINE AGAIN. The cabin crew needs to learn MANNERS AND BE RETRAINED on their jobs on how to be helpful and kind instead of being short with their customers and ANSWER CALL LIGHTS! I honestly wouldn’t be suprised this airline goes out of business.

Flight attendants were harsh, food could be better, took way too long to pick up food trays, were stuck with the crying babies the entire to and from trip. Restrictions of 8 kg for cabin luggage is ridiculous that’s barely 2 pairs of pants, shirts, shoes. There shouldn’t be any restrictions on the carry on luggage size except the checked in luggage. Attendants don’t even help with putting luggage in cabin space. Attendant picked up food tray and spilled cherry juice all over my husband and has the nerve to come back to ask why he hadn’t changed his clothes.

Business Class Service was unacceptable. 7 flight time changes and delays

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

I was charged $604 for a bag that weighed 17 kg. I was given three different prices until they landed on the most expensive one and didn't budge a penny. It's ironic and a bit enraging because the total cost of my ticket was $468. I've traveled the world and never experienced these kind of prices for only one piece of checked luggage.

One of your male flight attendant was pushy and a bit of a martinette. Completely unnecessary.

The WiFi was not compatible on both my phones (Vivo Y30 5g and Samsung Galaxy A32) with up-to-date android software.

Old plane, old entertainment system. It wasn't working throughout the entire flight. I was offered to connect to their system via Wifi to watch on my phone. Crew wasn't very helpful except one lady who turned the experience around.

Long way to improve. Toilets not working. Bad handling when flight was canceled

Eine Toilette der Business Class war gesperrt und somit nicht benutzbar.

The food is good, but i am nit used to those foods so I can’t really be more detailed.

No food/drinks included for BOM to BKK I paid 675£ for LHR-BOM-BKK (return) flight.

Screens should work, Seating need to be comfortable, Luggage management was worse. Took 2 hours to get my luggage

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.

Worst. Did not feel like it's an international flight.

I did not like the communication gap existing amongst the staff and the customer. My flight to Nagpur was delayed by two and half hours but it was informed to me on email ( not by W.A. or SMS) when I have already left my home in Baner area. I was painfully detained at airport with luggage when the gate no. 10 was changed to 5. I'll never recommend your flight to anybody.

There was inordinate delay without any plausible reason. This has become a normal feature of Indigo now a days.

Try to Fly on time without keeping commercial passengers stranded

Not much food options, entertainment, crew just ignores your request. The crew is not trained at all at hospitality. No wonder why people talk rudely to Indigo crew.

For the price, I recommend other airlines. Indigo might save a few hundred bucks but the quality of service, food selection, wait time, delays is really bad. This is like the Spirit airlines of India, if you know what I mean.

Cleanliness os Seats and surrounding areas. On time Departure and Arrival. No1 Budget Airline in India

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