Cheap Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,565. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul

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

Direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul

Alternative Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Paris to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,711
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week374

Finding cheap flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul is R 3,276. 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.
3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Air Seychelles fly direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul.
As of April 2026, there are 374 flights per week flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Istanbul is usually June.
If you're flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 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 R 3,276.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul on Monday, 15 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 12°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.
Currently, easyJet and AJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • With 52 weekly flights between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from CDG to IST is with Air France at 22:55.

  • To avoid missing your CDG to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at CDG and fly nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul tickets.

  • Top airlines that offer direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul include:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CDG to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CDG:

  • 65% of flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Istanbul

  • R 1,711 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,276. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap flights from CDG to Istanbul, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CDG to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from CDG to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your CDG to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CDG to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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