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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Vilnius

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Vilnius

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Vilnius? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vilnius.R 969 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 969, select.
Vilnius.R 1,141 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,141, select.
Vilnius.R 1,297 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,297, select.
Vilnius.R 1,311 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,311, select.
Vilnius.R 1,502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,502, select.
Vilnius.R 1,564 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,564, select.
Vilnius.R 1,675 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,675, select.
Vilnius.R 3,129 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Vilnius.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,129, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Vilnius flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from R 3,129
Sep
from R 1,502
Oct
from R 1,141
Nov
from R 969
Dec
from R 1,564
Jan
from R 1,297
Feb
from R 1,311
Mar
from R 1,675
Apr
from R 3,442
May
from R 14,377
Jun
from R 3,366
Jul
from R 3,136

Direct flights from Istanbul to Vilnius

Istanbul to Vilnius: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Vilnius: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 969
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Vilnius: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Vilnius is R 2,182. 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 59 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Vilnius.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Vilnius.
As of August 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Vilnius.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius Airport on Friday, 7 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO).

  • Expect to be in the air for 3 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Vilnius is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Vilnius International Airport is located in Vilnius.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 5pm. Opt for the first IST to VNO departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 7:50am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to VNO. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport jetting out of IST.

  • Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to VNO.

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to VNO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

  • IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Split up your flight from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and VNO are:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)

  • You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to VNO flight? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • 76.93% of flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • Consider booking a hotel near VNO if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vilnius International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Toprent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vilnius and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius

  • Vilnius International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Vilnius. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • R 969 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,182. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to VNO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Cheap Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to VNO.

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

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport (VNO). Visit Vilnius in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • The warmest month in Vilnius is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Istanbul to VNO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Vilnius International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Vilnius

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

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Vilnius Old Town, Holocaust Museum (The Green House) and Vilnius Cathedral Basilica of Sts Stanislaus and Vladislaus are leading attractions which should be on any good Vilnius itinerary.

Explore more of Lithuania

  • Vilnius will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Lithuania waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius, a trip to Klaipėda will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Klaipeda Old City, WWII Bunkers and St. Casimir Church.

  • Siauliai is another standout destination in Lithuania and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Vilnius. No trip is complete without experiencing Railway Museum, Photography Museum and St. George's Church.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Vilnius

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