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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to Istanbul (IST) from $1,003

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
OAK — IST
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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Wed 6/19
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

Round-trip from

$924
From Oakland to Istanbul
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 103%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

Users have found that booking a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport at least 54 days early can save you up to 13% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 54 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport for as little as $1,287 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,306 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Istanbul Airport. Flights to Istanbul Airport from Oakland, California in February are about $1,263 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $677.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to IST?

It’s optimal to fly from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Oakland to Istanbul flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Oakland to Istanbul specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Oakland to Istanbul in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 6/66:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops50h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 6/178:05 pmIST - OAK
2 stops33h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,633
Fri 7/266:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 8/98:50 amIST - OAK
2 stops49h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,655
Thu 7/116:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops43h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 7/201:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops44h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,743
Mon 6/2410:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops28h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 7/25:50 pmIST - OAK
2 stops40h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,789
Wed 7/246:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/46:10 amIST - OAK
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,800
Sat 7/136:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops50h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 7/271:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops44h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,813
Mon 6/106:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops32h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 6/188:25 amIST - OAK
2 stops25h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,911
Sun 7/76:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 7/218:50 amIST - OAK
2 stops49h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,960
Wed 7/2410:04 amOAK - IST
2 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/56:10 amIST - OAK
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,997

Oakland to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Oakland and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Oakland to Istanbul in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 10/96:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/235:55 pmIST - OAK
2 stops39h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,003
Wed 10/95:00 pmOAK - IST
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/235:55 pmIST - OAK
2 stops39h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,060
Wed 9/256:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 10/161:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops44h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,062
Tue 10/86:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops50h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 10/158:50 amIST - OAK
2 stops45h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,065
Tue 10/156:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops43h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 10/228:05 pmIST - OAK
2 stops34h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,091
Wed 9/256:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 10/121:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops44h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,109
Mon 11/186:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops49h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 12/21:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops45h 02mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,112
Wed 10/96:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/181:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops40h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,133
Tue 10/86:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/211:45 pmIST - OAK
2 stops40h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,136

Oakland to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Oakland to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Oakland to Istanbul. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sun 6/166:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/238:50 amIST - OAK
2 stops49h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,075
Fri 6/146:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/238:50 amIST - OAK
2 stops49h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,190
Fri 6/146:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/168:05 pmIST - OAK
2 stops33h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,936
Mon 6/1710:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops46h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 7/38:05 pmIST - OAK
2 stops37h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$4,850

One-way flights to Istanbul from Oakland

Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Oakland to Istanbul can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Oakland to Istanbul instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 7/1310:04 amOAK - IST
2 stops27h 11mFinnair
Deal found 6/6$1,194
Thu 7/410:04 amOAK - IST
2 stops27h 11mFinnair
Deal found 6/6$1,334

Find flights from Oakland to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 10/9

2 stops25h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 10/23

2 stops39h 53m

$1,003

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 10/9

2 stops42h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 10/23

2 stops39h 53m

$1,060

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 9/25

2 stops38h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 10/16

2 stops44h 03m

$1,062

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 10/8

2 stops50h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 10/15

2 stops45h 54m

$1,065

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 10/15

2 stops43h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 10/22

2 stops34h 39m

$1,091

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 9/25

2 stops38h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 10/12

2 stops44h 03m

$1,109

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 10/9

2 stops38h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 10/18

2 stops40h 59m

$1,133

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 10/8

2 stops43h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 10/21

2 stops40h 59m

$1,136

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 9/3

2 stops23h 24m

Istanbul

Tue 9/24

2 stops37h 57m

$1,199

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Deals found on 6/6

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated June 7, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Oakland to Istanbul, such as Qatar Airways and British Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.8
Good
1,362 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Finnair
7.8
Good
1,362 reviews
Finnair
7.8
Good
1,362 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,314 reviews
Finnair
7.8
Good
1,362 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,756 reviews
Finnair
7.8
Good
1,362 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Istanbul?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Oakland. Booking flights from Oakland (OAK) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,003, but on average you can expect to pay $1,138.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport for under $2,100?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $2,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,062 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is British Airways, starting at $1,199.

  • What does OAK to IST mean?

    OAK and IST are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. OAK to IST refers to a flight route from Oakland Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Oakland to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Oakland to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Oakland to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Oakland to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Oakland to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Oakland to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/7.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport (average of $924). Flying from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Oakland to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$944Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,331Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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