Cheap flights from Istanbul
Two main aviation hubs serve Turkey's largest metropolis: the modern Istanbul New Airport, located 35 kilometers from the city center, and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport on the Asian side. Hundreds of routes originate from the city, with the most popular being flights to Antalya (662 flights per week), Izmir (588 flights), and Ankara (550 flights). Flights to London also see high demand, with nearly 450 aircraft departing every week.
The schedule involves 157 airlines, allowing travelers to choose the best options based on price and comfort level. The bulk of the traffic is handled by the national flag carrier Turkish Airlines, as well as Pegasus Airlines and AJet. For your convenience in trip planning, city cards with interest-based filters are provided below on this page to help you quickly navigate the available route network.
Istanbul — Izmir
Istanbul — Mugla
Istanbul — Antalya
Istanbul — Bodrum
Istanbul — Ankara
Istanbul — Kayseri
Istanbul — Denizli
Istanbul — Edremit
Istanbul — Konya
Istanbul — Sivas
Istanbul — Samsun
Istanbul — Trabzon
Flight insights from Istanbul
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Istanbul — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Istanbul are Antalya, Izmir and Ankara. Antalya leads with around 662 flights a week.
Top countries
Most direct flights from Istanbul head to Turkey, Germany and Saudi Arabia. Turkey alone accounts for about 40% of all direct routes.
- Turkeyavg $39
- Germanyavg $71
- Saudi Arabiaavg $94
- Russian Federationavg $146
- United Kingdomavg $56
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Istanbul range from Izmir at $29 to London at $56 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Istanbul right now are Izmir from $29, Mugla from $31 and Ordu from $31.
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Bosnia and HerzegovinaFrequently asked questions
- Which airports serve Istanbul?
- The city is served by two major aviation hubs. The primary hub, Istanbul New Airport, is located 35 kilometers from the city center, while Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 30 kilometers away and is convenient for those planning departures from the Asian side of the city.
- What are the most popular destinations from Istanbul?
- Passengers most frequently travel to Turkish cities: Antalya (662 flights per week), Izmir (588 flights), and Ankara (550 flights). Among international routes, London leads with 449 weekly departures, followed by Ercan with 392 flights.
- How many airlines fly from Istanbul?
- There are 157 airlines featured in the schedule, making the city one of the world's largest transportation hubs. The leading carriers by the number of flights are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet.
- Which destinations are popular for beach holidays?
- For a seaside getaway from Istanbul, the most convenient options are flights to Antalya, Bodrum (515 flights per week), or Muğla (414 flights). These cities offer well-developed tourist infrastructure and regular service throughout the year.
- How can I find cheap tickets from Istanbul?
- It is recommended to book tickets in advance and monitor offers from low-cost carriers such as Pegasus Airlines. It is also worth checking flights from Sabiha Gökçen Airport, which is frequently used by budget airlines for both domestic and international routes.
- How many key destinations are featured in the top departures?
- This page presents the 15 most popular destinations, covering major Turkish cities and key international capitals. For each of them, up-to-date information on the number of weekly flights and travel options is available.