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      Flight deals from Erzurum to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,619. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Istanbul.R 911 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 911, select.
      Istanbul.R 911 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 911, select.
      Istanbul.R 911 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 911, select.
      Istanbul.R 917 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 917, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,250 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,250, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,256, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,534 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with SunExpress.Outbound indirect flight with SunExpress, departs from Erzurum on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,534, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,683 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,683, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,685 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,685, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,686 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,686, select.
      Istanbul.R 1,698 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Erzurum on Mon, 28 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,698, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Erzurum to Istanbul

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Erzurum to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Aug
      from R 1,686
      Sep
      from R 917
      Oct
      from R 911
      Nov
      from R 911
      Dec
      from R 911
      Jan
      from R 1,534
      Feb
      from R 1,256
      Mar
      from R 1,250
      Apr
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      May
      from R 1,683
      Jun
      from R 1,698
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      Direct flights from Erzurum to Istanbul

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      Erzurum to Istanbul: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Erzurum to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

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      Erzurum to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 911
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time2 hrs, 16 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week35

      Finding cheap flights from Erzurum to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Erzurum to Istanbul is R 1,809. 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.
      2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Erzurum to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Erzurum to Istanbul.
      As of August 2026, there are 35 flights per week flying from Erzurum to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Erzurum to Istanbul is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 27 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 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.

      Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Flying from Erzurum Airport (ERZ) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport.

      • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Erzurum.

      • Take your pick of 21 weekly Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:00.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ERZ to IST flight.

      • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.

      • Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

      • If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Antalya Airport is a sought-after stop between ERZ and IST.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Erzurum Airport (ERZ) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is R 911. A return fare right now is R 1,809. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

      • Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ERZ to IST.

      • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

      • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ERZ to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

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

      Handy information about Erzurum Airport (ERZ)

      • 78% of flights that leave from Erzurum Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

      • Erzurum Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Erzurum. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

      • Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport? Check out Hotel Zade. Catch some z's here before heading to ERZ.

      Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

      When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • August is the most popular month for flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in March.

      • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

      • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ERZ to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, your itinerary will be busy.

      • If you want to check out another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.

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      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.