฿5,690 Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST)

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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿5,690 for one-way flights and ฿7,645 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿7,645 Return, found 6 days ago
฿7,645
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Tue, 20 Jan, priced at ฿7,645 found 6 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 23 Mar
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿7,700 Return, found 16 hours ago
฿7,700
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at ฿7,700 found 16 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿8,535 Return, found 1 day ago
฿8,535
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, 18 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Mon, 26 Jan, priced at ฿8,535 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿8,995 Return, found 6 days ago
฿8,995
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Tue, 20 Jan, priced at ฿8,995 found 6 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 23 Mar
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿9,065 Return, found 16 hours ago
฿9,065
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at ฿9,065 found 16 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿9,255 Return, found 4 hours ago
฿9,255
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, 21 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at ฿9,255 found 4 hours ago
KLM
Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿9,285 Return, found 4 hours ago
฿9,285
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 21 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at ฿9,285 found 4 hours ago
Air France
Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿9,430 Return, found 4 days ago
฿9,430
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, 12 Feb from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Mon, 16 Feb, priced at ฿9,430 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿9,900 Return, found 4 hours ago
฿9,900
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, 21 Jan from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at ฿9,900 found 4 hours ago
SKY express
Sun, 14 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
FRA
Frankfurt
IST
Istanbul
฿13,704 Return, found 3 days ago
฿13,704
Return
found 3 days ago
Select SKY express flight, departing Sun, 14 Dec from Frankfurt to Istanbul, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at ฿13,704 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿3,416 - ฿6,129 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Istanbul

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Istanbul Airport IST. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 35 minutes. Flights from ฿8,941
IST
Istanbul Airport
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre35 min
Flights from ฿8,941
Flight from Frankfurt to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Baltic, Air France, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Tarom-Romanian Air Transport, Turkish Airlines
Return price
฿7,645
Distance
1827 km
Average flight time
5 hours 7 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from FRA to IST?
Round-trip tickets between Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) and Istanbul Airport start from ฿7,645. This price is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to IST?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, check out our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Istanbul Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Istanbul Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to IST?
Around 1,850 kilometres separates Frankfurt and Arnavutkoy, so pack some in-flight entertainment to keep you occupied for a couple of hours. That gripping novel you've yet to start will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from FRA to IST?
Right now, no airlines offer flights directly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Istanbul Airport. You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best connections and price, lock in your airfare ahead of time.
Are FRA to IST flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute flight deals between FRA and IST are of course possible, it's also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publish their prices up to a year prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to grab your seat when the price dips.

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