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$451+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — IST
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Mon 1/27
Mon 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 January 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$712
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$451
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$990

Good round-trip deal

$775 or less

Good one-way deal

$575 or less
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 22, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Wed 3/1212:25 pmSEA - IST
2 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/286:50 amIST - SEA
1 stop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$713
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/182:35 pmSEA - IST
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2511:50 amIST - SEA
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$719
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 3/132:00 pmSEA - IST
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Thu 3/275:10 amIST - SEA
1 stop17h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/22$726
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/197:05 amSEA - IST
2 stops24h 00mLufthansa
Wed 2/266:50 amIST - SEA
2 stops26h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 1/22$728
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/93:15 pmSEA - IST
1 stop15h 40mKLM
Wed 3/265:10 amIST - SEA
1 stop17h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/22$733
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/237:50 pmSEA - IST
1 stop19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/18:15 amIST - SEA
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$754
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/223:05 pmSEA - IST
2 stops39h 55mAir Canada
Mon 3/106:50 amIST - SEA
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 1/22$763
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/167:50 pmSEA - IST
1 stop32h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 3/306:45 pmIST - SEA
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/22$791
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Mon 12/12:35 pmSEA - IST
1 stop22h 20mIcelandair
Fri 1/98:05 amIST - SEA
1 stop19h 55mIcelandair
Deal found 1/22$849
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/54:05 pmSEA - IST
1 stop28h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 2/1410:35 amIST - SEA
1 stop36h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/22$926

Find flights from Seattle to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 January 22, 2025.

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SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/5

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

6:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$712

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/20

2:35 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

9:05 am-5:00 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$715

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/19

3:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

6:50 am-10:23 pm

2 stops25h 33m

$722

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/20

10:15 am-4:10 am

2 stops30h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

5:10 am-11:20 am

1 stop17h 10m

$726

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/9

3:15 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

5:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$737

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 2/22

3:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 3/10

6:50 am-9:50 am

2 stops37h 00m

$763

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/16

7:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 3/30

6:45 pm-11:35 am

1 stop26h 50m

$791

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/20

10:41 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 49m

Istanbul

Thu 3/27

7:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$816

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/23

4:30 pm-6:10 am

1 stop27h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 5/7

8:05 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$924

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/31

3:15 pm-4:05 am

2 stops26h 50m

$451

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Compare providers for flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Seattle-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Seattle-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 Seattle to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 January 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Istanbul Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 January 22, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to IST are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 January 22, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,747 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Seattle, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is located 11.4 mi from the center of Seattle. There are 2 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Istanbul per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $712, Lufthansa will fly you from Seattle to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $713 and $726, respectively. You may be able to fly from Seattle to Istanbul Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $480. Users have also found prices from $607 and $625 on Turkish Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,798, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $450. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $672.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Seattle 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 Seattle to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$661Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$661Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$669Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$674Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$713Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$786Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IcelandairCheapest$868Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$894Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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