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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 5,175 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,175, select.
Istanbul.R 5,208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,208, select.
Istanbul.R 5,284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,284, select.
Istanbul.R 5,409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,409, select.
Istanbul.R 5,674 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,674, select.
Istanbul.R 5,841 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,841, select.
Istanbul.R 6,896 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,896, select.
Istanbul.R 7,532 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,532, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 5,841
Jul
from R 5,674
Aug
from R 5,409
Sep
from R 5,284
Oct
from R 5,175
Nov
from R 5,208
Dec
from R 8,892
Jan
from R 6,896
Feb
from R 8,612
Mar
from R 7,532
Apr
from R 10,830
May
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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Istanbul

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Washington D.C. to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,175
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineMIAT Mongolian Airlines
Average flights per week60

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. to Istanbul is R 11,210. 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.
10 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
MIAT Mongolian Airlines, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 60 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., 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 11,210.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Istanbul on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 5 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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 Icelandair. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Washington DC to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.

  • Touch down in Istanbul at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Jump on a direct Washington DC to Istanbul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.

  • Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your Washington DC to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like February? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Istanbul

  • To find cheap Washington DC to Istanbul flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Washington DC to Istanbul.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save money on your Washington DC to Istanbul flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Washington DC to Istanbul flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Istanbul, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

  • 76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Istanbul out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop services from IAD will take you to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct Washington DC to Istanbul plane tickets from IAD. Book your preferred window seat and get to your destination in one go.

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Istanbul flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Washington Dulles International Airport and Istanbul:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You can lock in a ticket from Washington DC to Istanbul with one or more stops out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and Istanbul:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • From central Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Istanbul flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • Flights that leave from BWI reach their destination within the expected time frame 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Istanbul. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.

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

  • After your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Istanbul. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • Book a Washington DC to Istanbul ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

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

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Istanbul

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