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$324+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — IST
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$979
(oojo)

One-way from

$324
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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February

Average price

$1,139
From Raleigh-Durham to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 10/95:45 pmRDU - IST
2 stops41h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 10/121:45 pmIST - RDU
2 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 6/46:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mDelta
Fri 6/134:20 amIST - RDU
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/24$981
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/166:00 amRDU - IST
1 stop16h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/317:15 amIST - RDU
1 stop15h 38mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/24$983
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 6/56:00 amRDU - IST
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/181:40 amIST - RDU
2 stops23h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$984
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/55:28 amRDU - SAW
2 stops23h 42mQatar Airways
Mon 5/121:35 pmSAW - RDU
2 stops29h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$989
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 8/163:40 pmRDU - IST
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/172:00 pmIST - RDU
1 stop30h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$991
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Tue 7/153:40 pmRDU - IST
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Thu 7/242:00 pmIST - RDU
1 stop16h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$999
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 8/144:00 pmRDU - IST
2 stops18h 00mAir Canada
Wed 10/157:45 amIST - RDU
2 stops21h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/24$1,013
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:20 pmRDU - SAW
1 stop14h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 10/14:15 pmSAW - RDU
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,060
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mAir France
Wed 9/244:20 amIST - RDU
2 stops19h 41mAir France
Deal found 4/25$1,108
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/98:12 pmRDU - SAW
2 stops17h 53mKLM
Mon 6/1612:45 pmSAW - RDU
2 stops35h 53mKLM
Deal found 4/25$1,215
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 5/253:55 pmRDU - SAW
3 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/311:00 amSAW - RDU
3 stops44h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,224

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Istanbul that are best for you.

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RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/9

5:45 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 10/12

1:45 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$979

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 6/20

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$981

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

6:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 5/31

7:15 am-3:53 pm

1 stop15h 38m

$983

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 6/18

1:40 am-5:41 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$984

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - SAW

RDUSAW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

5:28 am-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 42m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/12

1:35 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops29h 38m

$989

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/16

3:40 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 10/17

2:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$991

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/15

3:40 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 7/24

2:00 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop16h 47m

$999

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/14

4:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

7:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$1,013

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/20

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 9/24

4:20 am-5:01 pm

2 stops19h 41m

$1,108

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - SAW

RDUSAW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

6:02 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 18m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/12

3:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$1,147

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Istanbul. 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 Raleigh to Istanbul?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

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 April 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and KLM from Raleigh to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,562 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 11 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Istanbul round-trip from $979. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $981, and Turkish Airlines, from $983. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Istanbul for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Istanbul are Qatar Airways ($520), Turkish Airlines ($602), and Lufthansa ($631).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Raleigh to Istanbul?

    Of the flights from Raleigh to Istanbul that have layovers, most of them stop in Frankfurt am Main.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache are the most popular attractions in Frankfurt am Main if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Raleigh to Istanbul flights?

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Istanbul layover in Paris least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$615Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$657Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$729Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$771Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$827Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IcelandairCheapest$914Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$945Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$945Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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