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$806+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN to Istanbul

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The best prices from Saint Paul to Istanbul are usually found in November or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Saint Paul (SA1) 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 October 31, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/193:50 pmMSP - IST
2 stops27h 20mDelta
Tue 12/105:10 amIST - MSP
1 stop16h 57mDelta
Deal found 10/29$806
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:20 pmMSP - IST
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
Tue 12/106:50 amIST - MSP
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$808
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:45 pmMSP - IST
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:50 amIST - MSP
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$821
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/35:45 amMSP - SAW
3 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/103:50 pmSAW - MSP
3 stops30h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$837
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/266:20 pmMSP - IST
2 stops21h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/37:35 amIST - MSP
2 stops24h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$838
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1910:52 amMSP - SAW
2 stops18h 53mBritish Airways
Tue 12/103:50 pmSAW - MSP
2 stops39h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$860
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 11/244:00 pmMSP - IST
2 stops17h 00mAir Canada
Tue 2/116:50 amIST - MSP
2 stops22h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$862
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/15:15 pmMSP - IST
2 stops22h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 12/86:25 pmIST - MSP
2 stops36h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$911
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 11/243:20 pmMSP - IST
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/126:50 amIST - MSP
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,047
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/106:25 pmMSP - IST
2 stops40h 05mIcelandair
Sat 11/168:55 amIST - MSP
2 stops17h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 10/29$1,129
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 11/245:21 pmMSP - IST
1 stop13h 39mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/107:35 amIST - MSP
1 stop15h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,192
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/56:02 amMSP - IST
2 stops45h 18mQatar Airways
Tue 11/128:10 pmIST - MSP
2 stops31h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/31$1,210

Find flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/19

3:50 pm-4:10 am

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 12/10

5:10 am-1:07 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$806

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/3

3:20 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 12/10

6:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$808

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/3

12:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 12/10

6:50 am-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$821

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/26

6:20 pm-1:10 am

2 stops21h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 12/3

7:35 am-11:27 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$838

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/19

10:52 am-2:45 pm

2 stops18h 53m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 12/10

3:50 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops39h 27m

$860

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/24

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 2/11

6:50 am-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$862

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/8

3:25 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

6:50 am-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$891

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/15

3:00 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/15

8:05 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$1,121

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/10

6:25 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 11/16

8:55 am-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$1,129

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/24

5:21 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop13h 39m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

7:35 am-2:19 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$1,192

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Travel insights for flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Saint Paul to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Saint Paul to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Istanbul (average of $898). Flying from Saint Paul to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 SA1 to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 October 31, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Saint Paul to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Saint Paul to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

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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 October 31, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul, such as Delta, Lufthansa and British Airways. 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
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,835 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,873 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
9,240 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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  • Can I find flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $806, but on average you can expect to pay $985.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Saint Paul to Istanbul for under $1,100?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What does MSP to IST mean?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport is MSP and Istanbul Airport is IST. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), Tekirdağ Corlu Airport (TEQ), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Saint Paul to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Saint Paul to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Saint Paul to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Saint Paul to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Saint Paul to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Saint Paul to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The Saint Paul to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Saint Paul to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Istanbul (average of $898). Flying from Saint Paul to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 Saint Paul to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Saint Paul 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$721Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$827Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$861Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$874Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$875Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$882Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IcelandairCheapest$917Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,309Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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