Support

Flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

Istanbul
IST
Frankfurt
FRA

Cheap flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

Below you can see the best deals on flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 26 June, from AED 305.

Top 10 cheap flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

Direct flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

Direct flight options for Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Lufthansa — travel time is 1 h.

Top 10 direct flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

About the Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main flight

On this page, you can book flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt am Main. The distance between the cities is approximately 1,871 km, with up to 73 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.

Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals. Also, check out information on how to get to the airport before your flight.

Flight schedule Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Frankfurt am Main on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Frankfurt Airport and Frankfurt-Hahn Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

Today
Any time

Flight ticket prices by day: Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 269 in u, and the most expensive are around AED 454 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--

Prices by month

Istanbul → Frankfurt am Main, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 852lowMayAED 1,053mediumSepAED 1,103medium
FebAED 802lowJunAED 1,253highOctAED 1,003medium
MarAED 852lowJulAED 1,404highNovAED 902low
AprAED 952mediumAugAED 1,303highDecAED 802low

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest month in Frankfurt am Main is August, with an average temperature of 25.1°C, while December is the coolest and wettest, seeing the most precipitation. Comfortable travel weather typically lasts from May to September.

The lowest flight cost is recorded in April, starting AED 269. Prices peak in August, when ticket costs rise to AED 454 due to high summer demand.

September is the optimal choice for booking: it offers a pleasant temperature of 20.6°C along with an affordable price starting AED 291. We recommend avoiding August if your goal is to save as much as possible on your flight.

Temperature · Frankfurt am Main

Dry and wet days · Frankfurt am Main

Wind speed and direction · Frankfurt am Main

We'll let you know if you need a visa

Enter your destination or
Your nationality
Destination

How to get the best deal on a Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main ticket

  • Compare prices for direct flights by Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa with offers from the low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines, which often provides lower fares.
  • Use the low-price calendar on this page to see the difference in ticket costs for nearby dates, which can vary by more than AED 125.
  • If you are traveling with carry-on only, choose hand-luggage-only fares, which are significantly cheaper than standard options with checked baggage on this route.
  • To find the best deals starting AED 269, try to book your tickets at least 6–8 weeks before your planned departure.

Airlines

Approximately 10 airlines operate on this route, with Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa accounting for the majority of flights. Most flights are direct, providing fast connections between the cities several times a day. Detailed information on departure times and route options for each carrier can be found in the interactive list below.

  • Turkish Airlines
    Turkish AirlinesTK
    26x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA26x/week
      Duration
      3h 5m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • Lufthansa
    LufthansaLH
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 38764.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA14x/week
      Duration
      3h 1m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • Pegasus Airlines
    Pegasus AirlinesPC
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 11031.9M pax/year
    • Direct flight SAW → FRA14x/week
      Duration
      3h 15m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • AJet
    AJetVF
    9x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 8520M pax/year
    • Direct flight SAW → FRA9x/week
      Duration
      3h 20m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • Latam Airlines Group
    Latam Airlines GroupLA
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA5x/week
      Duration
      3h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • United Airlines
    United AirlinesUA
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA2x/week
      Duration
      2h 30m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • Air Canada
    Air CanadaAC
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 20346M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA1x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      un,MonS
  • Icelandair
    IcelandairFI
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 524.7M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA1x/week
      Duration
      4h
      Days
      un,MonS
  • All Nippon Airways
    All Nippon AirwaysNH
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 21648M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA1x/week
      Duration
      3h 55m
      Days
      un,MonS
  • RwandAir
    RwandAirWB
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 141M pax/year
    • Direct flight IST → FRA1x/week

Cities and airports on the Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main route

Flights Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Frankfurt Airport and Frankfurt-Hahn Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure airports
Arrival airports

Interesting articles about Frankfurt am Main

Layover in Frankfurt: How to Make All Connections Without Tears and StressTips for Travelers

Layover in Frankfurt: How to Make All Connections Without Tears and Stress

Our colleague Igor recently missed his connecting flight in Frankfurt. "I had a layover in Frankfurt. Since I flew to Germany , I had to go through passport control and security. I had an hour for the…

Best Airports for Layover in EuropeInteresting

Best Airports for Layover in Europe

It's no secret to many that flights with layovers are, in most cases, much cheaper than direct flights. But price is not the only advantage of such flights. A layover is also an opportunity to see a n…

How to find the nearest airport?Tips for Travelers

How to find the nearest airport?

We have already written a lot about how to find cheap flights on Kupi.com, and mentioned that the less busy an airport is, the cheaper its fees, and consequently the ticket price. Which European airpo…

Best and Worst Airports in the WorldInteresting

Best and Worst Airports in the World

Annually, the popular international website www.sleepinginairports.net compiles a ranking of the best and worst airports in the world.

Best European Districts for Short TripsTips for Travelers

Best European Districts for Short Trips

May holidays are coming, hurray! Time for big and small trips. Big ones are clear, but for the small ones, we have the inside scoop. Many go to Europe, and it's understandable — it's very nice there i…

Tips for Travelers

The Most Interesting Airports in the World

  Don't rush to panic if you have a long wait at the airport. If your layover is at one of the airports we're talking about today, be prepared that you won't want to leave. These airports have be…

Frequently asked questions about the Istanbul — Frankfurt am Main flight

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Frankfurt am Main?

The average direct flight time is about 3 hours, considering the distance of 1,871 km and time for maneuvering near airports.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Pegasus Airlines, and other international carriers such as United Airlines and Air Canada.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, departing daily from Istanbul's main airports.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

The main destination is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), from where it is easy to get to the city center by public transport.

Where can I find the cheapest flight?

Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. The latest minimums are always available in the low-price calendar and price trend chart on this page.