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Flight deals from Mexico City to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 22,015. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 7,310 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,310, select.
Istanbul.R 7,604 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,604, select.
Istanbul.R 7,634 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,634, select.
Istanbul.R 8,119 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,119, select.
Istanbul.R 8,251 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,251, select.
Istanbul.R 8,495 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,495, select.
Istanbul.R 8,575 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,575, select.
Istanbul.R 9,094 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,094, select.
Istanbul.R 9,197 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,197, select.
Istanbul.R 9,790 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,790, select.
Istanbul.R 9,937 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,937, select.
Istanbul.R 10,321 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,321, select.
Istanbul.R 14,841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,841, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from R 9,937
Jul
from R 9,197
Aug
from R 8,251
Sep
from R 7,634
Oct
from R 7,604
Nov
from R 7,310
Dec
from R 8,575
Jan
from R 8,495
Feb
from R 8,119
Mar
from R 9,094
Apr
from R 9,790
May
from R 10,321

Mexico City to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Mexico City 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
Closest
from R 7,609
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from R 7,318
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Mexico City to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,318
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mexico City to Istanbul is R 16,520. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Mexico City to Istanbul. But we found flights with one stop from R 16,520.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Mexico City to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mexico City and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.

The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Viva .

Flying from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport (IST): What you need to know

  • Istanbul is nine hours ahead of Mexico City. Istanbul Airport is located in Istanbul, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Mexico City to IST. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

Airports in Mexico City

Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Mexico City to IST with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MEX and IST include:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:

  • Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MEX make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.

Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is one of the options between Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport and IST.

  • You can get to NLU from central Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Unwind before your Mexico City to IST flight at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.

  • 76% of flights taking off from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Istanbul Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Central Istanbul is around 40 kilometres from Istanbul Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • R 7,318 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport. A return flight starts from R 16,520. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to IST. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to Istanbul Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Mexico City to IST.

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

The best time to fly from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport (IST), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Mexico City to IST plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Istanbul Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

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

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Eskisehir is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 225 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum.

  • Any trip through Türkiye (Turkey) wouldn't feel complete without exploring Adapazarı. Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul.

Plan the rest of your trip from Mexico City to Istanbul

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