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$384+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IST
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul are usually found in February or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$912
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$384
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,077

Good round-trip deal

$883 or less

Good one-way deal

$564 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:10 amDTW - IST
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/154:45 amIST - DTW
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$912
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/49:20 pmDTW - IST
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Mon 8/185:05 pmIST - DTW
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/14$917
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Sat 9/208:30 pmDTW - IST
1 stop20h 25mIcelandair
Tue 9/307:05 amIST - DTW
1 stop19h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 4/13$922
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 8/219:00 pmDTW - IST
Nonstop10h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/43:05 pmIST - DTW
Nonstop11h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$926
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:30 amDTW - IST
2 stops30h 50mAir Canada
Mon 10/209:20 pmIST - DTW
2 stops29h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 4/14$962
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Sun 5/114:00 pmDTW - IST
1 stop22h 20mLufthansa
Sun 5/186:10 amIST - DTW
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/13$967
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 4/238:29 amDTW - IST
2 stops38h 41mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/167:30 amIST - DTW
2 stops45h 11mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/14$983
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 4/208:26 amDTW - IST
2 stops38h 54mQatar Airways
Sun 5/48:05 pmIST - DTW
2 stops32h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/13$1,008
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/124:00 pmDTW - IST
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/306:10 amIST - DTW
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,021
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amDTW - IST
2 stops27h 40mLOT
Tue 5/135:30 pmIST - DTW
2 stops37h 27mLOT
Deal found 4/14$1,099

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Istanbul

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Depart

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Price

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

5:10 am-8:30 am

3 stops44h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 5/15

4:45 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$912

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

9:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 5/29

4:20 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$945

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 5/18

6:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$967

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

8:29 am-6:10 am

2 stops38h 41m

Istanbul

Fri 5/16

7:30 am-9:41 pm

2 stops45h 11m

$983

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

3:55 pm-11:55 am

2 stops37h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 5/7

8:05 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$999

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 5/30

6:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$1,021

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

9:00 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 6/1

3:05 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

$1,056

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 5/13

5:30 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$1,099

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/29

8:30 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 5/6

8:10 am-7:20 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$1,172

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

10:31 am-3:50 am

3 stops34h 19m

$384

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 15, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 15, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to IST are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 April 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Istanbul, such as Delta, LOT and Air France. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,433 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,550 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,189 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit to Istanbul?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Istanbul from 9 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $917, Delta will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Icelandair and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $922 and $924, respectively. Delta is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines ($511), Qatar Airways ($537), and Lufthansa ($545).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,653, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $439. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Istanbul), is priced around $764.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$619Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$675Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$710Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$734Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IcelandairCheapest$777Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Royal JordanianCheapest$778Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
United AirlinesCheapest$818Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$871Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,095Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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