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Flight deals from Hamburg International Airport to Istanbul Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hamburg International Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,821. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 1,032 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,032, select.
Istanbul.R 1,262 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,262, select.
Istanbul.R 1,338 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,338, select.
Istanbul.R 1,580 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,580, select.
Istanbul.R 1,644 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,644, select.
Istanbul.R 1,721 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,721, select.
Istanbul.R 1,721 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Hamburg International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,721, select.
Istanbul.R 1,721 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,721, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamburg International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from R 2,911
Feb
from R 1,027
Mar
from R 1,332
Apr
from R 1,256
May
from R 1,712
Jun
from R 1,712
Jul
from R 2,250
Aug
from R 1,908
Sep
from R 1,731
Oct
from R 1,712
Nov
from R 1,712
Dec
from R 1,731

Direct flights from Hamburg International to Istanbul

Hamburg International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
ClosestCheapest
from R 680
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
from R 1,027
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Hamburg to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,027
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week69

Finding cheap flights from Hamburg International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hamburg International to Istanbul is R 2,821. 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 17 minutes is the average flight time from Hamburg International to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Hamburg International to Istanbul.
As of January 2026, there are 69 flights per week flying from Hamburg International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamburg International to Istanbul is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 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, Ryanair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Hamburg.

  • Flights from HAM to IST start from 06:25 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:05 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 76 weekly Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Your HAM to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Flying into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between HAM and IST include:

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • At the moment, R 1,027 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,821. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from HAM to IST by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from HAM to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 75.01% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Hamburg Airport from central Hamburg, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near HAM:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HAM to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Hamburg to Istanbul

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