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$163+ Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in January or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$262
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$163
(oojo)

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Average price

$379
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/294:40 amAUH - IST
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/62:15 pmIST - AUH
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$356
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1811:30 pmAUH - IST
1 stop17h 00mGulf Air
Sat 12/216:05 amIST - AUH
1 stop15h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 12/16$424
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/222:20 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 12/317:35 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/17$523
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/285:05 amAUH - IST
1 stop22h 45mEgyptair
Tue 12/313:50 amIST - AUH
1 stop23h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 12/18$565
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/182:30 pmAUH - IST
1 stop73h 20mSAUDIA
Sat 12/284:25 pmIST - AUH
1 stop44h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 12/18$793
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/216:30 pmAUH - IST
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 12/268:10 pmIST - AUH
1 stop6h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$856
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/191:00 pmAUH - IST
1 stop33h 20mAir Astana
Mon 12/3010:20 pmIST - AUH
2 stops36h 20mAir Astana
Deal found 12/18$975
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/182:15 amAUH - IST
Nonstop5h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/21:20 amIST - AUH
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,026
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/292:35 amAUH - IST
2 stops21h 10mLufthansa
Mon 1/66:50 amIST - AUH
1 stop22h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,299
This Pakistan International Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Pakistan International Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:05 pmAUH - IST
2 stops37h 40mPakistan International Airlines
Mon 1/69:45 pmIST - AUH
2 stops48h 45mPakistan International Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,886

Find flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/20

2:10 am-9:00 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

10:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop13h 25m

$262

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 1/16

10:05 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 1/19

11:00 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$275

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/20

7:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 2/24

2:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$314

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/20

2:15 am-6:35 am

Nonstop5h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

7:45 pm-1:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$423

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 1/15

2:20 am-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 1/19

2:25 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$450

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 12/28

11:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 1/1

6:05 am-6:35 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$458

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 4/1

2:30 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 4/8

10:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$495

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 5/1

11:55 am-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

8:05 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 20m

$501

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 3/14

3:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 3/15

3:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$526

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/19

2:25 am-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 2/24

6:50 am-7:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$752

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Compare providers for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Abu Dhabi-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Abu Dhabi-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Abu Dhabi-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Abu Dhabi-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Abu Dhabi-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

The most flights from AUH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, such as Etihad Airways, Egyptair and Lufthansa. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
711 reviews
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,907 reviews
MEA
8.0
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 4

The boarding was nice, the staff were helpful and hard-working, the seats were OK. However, I was surprised that the entertainment system was not working all along the flight although it was available. Also, this is the first MEA plane that I have seen without any business-class seats.. Finally, the food was very basic (2 small sandwiches, cheese & chicken, one cake, and orange juice).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Zayed Intl; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Abu Dhabi airport to Istanbul. It is only a 17.4 mi journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $275 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Royal Jordanian and Turkish Airlines, starting at $314 and $423 round-trip. Wizz Air is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Royal Jordanian, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $163. Turkish Airlines flights start at $253 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $273 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider SriLankan Airlines (64%), Air Serbia (61%) or Etihad Airways (61%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,260, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $217. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $317.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 4 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$112Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$157Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest$190Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$244Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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