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Flight deals from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 16,251. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 5,580 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,580, select.
Istanbul.R 6,152 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,152, select.
Istanbul.R 6,991 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,991, select.
Istanbul.R 7,056 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,056, select.
Istanbul.R 7,073 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,073, select.
Istanbul.R 7,087 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,087, select.
Istanbul.R 7,270 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,270, select.
Istanbul.R 8,152 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,152, select.
Istanbul.R 8,399 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,399, select.
Istanbul.R 12,950 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,950, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 7,087
Aug
from R 6,152
Sep
from R 7,073
Oct
from R 7,056
Nov
from R 5,580
Dec
from R 6,991
Jan
from R 7,270
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from R 8,399
May
from R 8,152
Jun
from R 12,950

Alternative Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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from R 5,810
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
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from R 5,580
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Minneapolis to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,580
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul is R 10,807. 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,807.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Istanbul is usually November.
If you're flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,807.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Minneapolis St Paul Airport and Istanbul. 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.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°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.
Currently, Icelandair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul is nine hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your MSP to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from MSP to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MSP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Istanbul

  • R 5,580 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,807. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MSP to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MSP to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Find a cheap flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MSP to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your MSP to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will save you money.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to travel to Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Before locking in your Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSP 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

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Istanbul:

  • Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Minneapolis to Istanbul

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