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Flight deals from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 3,604 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,604, select.
Istanbul.R 3,753 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,753, select.
Istanbul.R 3,941 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,941, select.
Istanbul.R 4,025 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,025, select.
Istanbul.R 5,080 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,080, select.
Istanbul.R 9,359 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,359, select.
Istanbul.R 10,033 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,033, select.
Istanbul.R 10,164 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,164, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from R 5,080
Oct
from R 3,941
Nov
from R 3,604
Dec
from R 3,753
Jan
from R 4,025
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May
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Aug
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Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul

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Detroit to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,604
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County 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 Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul is R 8,836. 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 15 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul.
As of September 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Istanbul is usually November.
If you're flying from Detroit Wayne County 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 8,836.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul on Monday, 17 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 15 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 September, the average temperature is usually around 21°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, Spirit Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Approximately 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Detroit.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can travel from DTW to IST at 20:10 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DTW to Istanbul flight.

  • Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your journey at DTW and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Book your favourite seat with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from DTW to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Detroit, DTW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near DTW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • When it comes to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Istanbul

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul flight is R 3,604. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,836. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DTW to Istanbul.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from DTW to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from DTW to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your DTW to Istanbul flight:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Before you book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • When booking your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from DTW to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Detroit to Istanbul

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