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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 3,703 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,703, select.
Istanbul.R 5,131 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,131, select.
Istanbul.R 5,270 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,270, select.
Istanbul.R 5,597 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,597, select.
Istanbul.R 7,666 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,666, select.
Istanbul.R 7,884 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,884, select.
Istanbul.R 9,927 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,927, select.
Istanbul.R 11,721 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,721, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Direct flights from Houston to Istanbul

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Houston to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,703
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time11 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week148

Finding cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston to Istanbul is R 9,403. 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.
11 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Thai Airways fly direct from Houston to Istanbul.
As of December 2025, there are 148 flights per week flying from Houston to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Istanbul is usually January.
If you're flying from Houston, 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 9,403.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Istanbul on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 59 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 December, the average temperature is usually around 8°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Houston to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Istanbul. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's major gateways.

  • The average duration of a direct Houston to Istanbul flight is 12 hours.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Houston.

  • The most popular route for flights from Houston to Istanbul is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can choose from ten services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to IST is the 14:25 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Houston to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Istanbul

  • To secure cheap Houston to Istanbul flights, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.

  • April is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Houston to Istanbul. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Houston to Istanbul.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Houston to Istanbul flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • You can book a direct flight from Houston to Istanbul taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your journey at IAH and arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Houston to Istanbul plane tickets from IAH.

  • We make it easy to find a Houston to Istanbul flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Houston to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.

  • The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Houston to Istanbul flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between William P. Hobby Airport and Istanbul:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to Istanbul? Check in to a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81%.

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your Houston to Istanbul flight.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Houston to Istanbul, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • The journey will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Houston to Istanbul, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.

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

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Istanbul. April is the busiest month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Houston to Istanbul ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from Houston 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

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Istanbul, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the major attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 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 Houston to Istanbul

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