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Flight deals from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 3,766 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 3,766, select.
Istanbul.R 3,831 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,831, select.
Istanbul.R 4,960 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,960, select.
Istanbul.R 6,121 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,121, select.
Istanbul.R 6,416 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,416, select.
Istanbul.R 6,575 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,575, select.
Istanbul.R 7,096 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,096, select.
Istanbul.R 9,486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,486, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
Nov
from R 9,595
Dec
from R 6,416
Jan
from R 3,766
Feb
from R 3,831
Mar
from R 4,960
Apr
from R 6,121
May
from R 6,575
Jun
from R 7,096
Jul
from R 9,649
Aug
Find prices
Sep
from R 9,486
Oct
from R 9,732

Direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul

Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Houston to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,766
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time11 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul is R 9,058. 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 George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Thai Airways fly direct from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul.
As of November 2025, there are 37 flights per week flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Istanbul is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 21 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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 12 hours.

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

  • You can choose from 14 weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 14:30 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:20.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your IAH to IST flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAH and IST:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is R 3,766. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,058. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

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

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from IAH to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

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

Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

  • When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near IAH. Whether you're taking an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Pick up 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 top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAH to IST sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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