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$489+ 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — IST
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 February 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$716
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$489
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$923
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 February 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 11/41:05 pmRDU - IST
2 stops20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/127:35 amIST - RDU
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$661
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:05 pmRDU - SAW
2 stops17h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 11/193:50 pmSAW - RDU
2 stops32h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/22$668
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 11/45:46 pmRDU - IST
2 stops15h 44mBritish Airways
Wed 11/127:35 amIST - RDU
2 stops23h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/22$670
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/78:30 pmRDU - IST
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/144:30 amIST - RDU
3 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$795
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 10/612:25 pmRDU - IST
2 stops28h 30mIcelandair
Fri 10/107:05 amIST - RDU
2 stops31h 49mIcelandair
Deal found 2/22$821
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/221:24 pmRDU - SAW
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/259:10 amSAW - RDU
2 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$892
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 3/45:32 amRDU - SAW
2 stops22h 53mQatar Airways
Sun 3/98:10 pmSAW - RDU
2 stops23h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/22$943
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 3/45:32 amRDU - IST
2 stops22h 48mQatar Airways
Sun 3/98:10 pmIST - RDU
2 stops23h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/22$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/276:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mDelta
Tue 5/64:20 amIST - RDU
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/23$955
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Wed 3/54:40 pmRDU - IST
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/122:45 pmIST - RDU
1 stop16h 07mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/23$985
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:51 pmRDU - IST
3 stops42h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/226:30 amIST - RDU
2 stops35h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$989
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Wed 3/57:00 pmRDU - IST
2 stops15h 05mLufthansa
Wed 3/127:00 pmIST - RDU
1 stop27h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/23$1,018

Find flights from Raleigh to Istanbul within your budget

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 February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/28

10:50 pm-12:40 am

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 4/9

8:25 am-10:49 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$716

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops33h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 4/14

4:30 am-7:30 pm

3 stops22h 00m

$795

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - SAW

RDUSAW

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

1:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/25

9:10 am-12:29 pm

2 stops34h 19m

$892

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - SAW

RDUSAW

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/28

5:34 am-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 16m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/9

4:15 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$932

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - SAW

RDUSAW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/21

5:30 am-6:45 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 5/4

8:05 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$954

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/27

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 5/6

4:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$955

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 5/6

1:45 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops29h 28m

$959

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

4:40 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

2:45 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$985

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/23

10:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

8:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$986

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/19

9:26 am-6:05 pm

3 stops25h 39m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

6:50 am-8:33 pm

2 stops20h 43m

$1,016

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Istanbul

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

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 February 14, 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 February 23, 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 February 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and LOT from Raleigh to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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
1,081 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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
3,602 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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 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. 12 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 $716. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $932, and Qatar Airways, from $943. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Istanbul for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Paris.

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

    Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum are the most popular attractions in Paris if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Travelers in need of a car in Paris can rent one for about $38 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Istanbul layover in Frankfurt am Main 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 February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$654Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$657Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$771Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$825Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$839Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$859Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$945Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$945Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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