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$391+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul

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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — IST
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Chicago to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$697
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$391
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,061
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:55 pmORD - IST
1 stop17h 45mLOT
Mon 3/37:50 amIST - ORD
2 stops21h 00mLOT
Deal found 12/21$746
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/289:55 pmORD - IST
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/511:55 pmIST - ORD
2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,047
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:05 pmORD - SAW
1 stop32h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 3/31:40 pmSAW - ORD
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,063
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:10 pmORD - SAW
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/811:35 pmSAW - ORD
3 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,111
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmORD - IST
2 stops25h 40mDelta
Fri 1/105:10 amIST - ORD
1 stop18h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,134
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:55 amORD - IST
Nonstop10h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/37:35 amIST - ORD
Nonstop11h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,156
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/284:00 pmORD - IST
2 stops19h 20mAir Canada
Mon 2/38:50 amIST - ORD
2 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 12/20$1,169
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop21h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 1/102:55 pmIST - ORD
2 stops28h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,224
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:45 pmORD - SAW
1 stop32h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 4/24:15 pmSAW - ORD
1 stop29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:10 pmMDW - IST
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Thu 1/95:10 amIST - MDW
2 stops22h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,498
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/259:30 amMDW - IST
2 stops33h 40mAir France
Thu 1/165:10 amIST - MDW
2 stops22h 04mAir France
Deal found 12/21$1,783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/312:20 pmMDW - IST
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/63:25 pmIST - MDW
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,008

Find flights from Chicago to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 22, 2024.

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ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

6:30 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 2/5

8:50 am-5:20 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$664

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

2:02 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops21h 33m

Istanbul

Fri 1/31

5:20 am-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$673

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

9:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

7:50 am-7:50 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$715

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

5:13 pm-4:10 am

2 stops25h 57m

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

5:10 am-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$774

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

6:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 2/9

2:05 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$795

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/16

4:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 3/22

6:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$804

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - SAW

ORDSAW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/16

7:05 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 3/2

8:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$822

ChicagoIstanbul

ORD - IST

ORDIST

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/20

7:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop26h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

8:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$837

ChicagoIstanbul

MDW - IST

MDWIST

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/12

2:08 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 47m

Istanbul

Wed 2/26

5:55 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$848

ChicagoIstanbul

MDW - IST

MDWIST

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/12

9:33 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 22m

Istanbul

Wed 2/26

5:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$854

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Istanbul

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 22, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Istanbul at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 22, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 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 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, 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 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Istanbul, such as Delta, British Airways and Air France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,127 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Istanbul round-trip from $715. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $754, and Air Serbia, from $766. Users have found that LOT is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $414 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $483 and Etihad Airways from $495 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Istanbul?

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Chicago Midway - Istanbul, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul is the most popular route from Chicago to Istanbul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Istanbul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Istanbul consider choosing MIAT Mongolian (78%), RwandAir (70%) or Singapore Airlines (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Istanbul is $414. On average you can expect to pay $1,700. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $706.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Chicago to Istanbul 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$575Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air SerbiaCheapest$592Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$653Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$683Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$700Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$708Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$721Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$729Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Royal JordanianCheapest$747Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
DeltaCheapest$749Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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