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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$729 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $729, select.
Istanbul.$739 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $739, select.
Istanbul.$752 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $752, select.
Istanbul.$888 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec, returning Mon, 29 Dec.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $888, select.
Istanbul.$891 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $891, select.
Istanbul.$973 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Icelandair and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $973, select.
Istanbul.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.
Istanbul.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Mar
from $1,228
Apr
from $1,075
May
from $1,303
Jun
from $1,460
Jul
from $1,460
Aug
from $1,302
Sep
from $752
Oct
from $729
Nov
from $1,045
Dec
from $888
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Washington D.C. to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$729
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week78

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Istanbul is $729. 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.
10 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
As of March 2025, there are 78 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $729.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 2 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Icelandair. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Flying from Washington DC to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's major entry points.

  • The average time for a direct flight from Washington DC to Istanbul is 10 hours 4 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul 7 hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • If you have a passport from United States and plan to travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Washington DC to Istanbul.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Washington DC to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes approximately 43 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Consider organising a direct flight from Washington DC to Istanbul departing Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop services from IAD will get you to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to Istanbul leaving from IAD. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.

  • Split up your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ronald Reagan National Airport and Istanbul include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 51 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul:

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul, rest your head at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Istanbul

  • At the moment, $344 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Istanbul. The cheapest price for a return flight is $729. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Washington DC to Istanbul across each month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Washington DC to Istanbul. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul for August if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.

Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental

  • Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Washington DC to Istanbul. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.

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