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$334+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — WAS
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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The best prices from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$418
(Air France)

One-way from

$334
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$628
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/135:10 amIST - BWI
2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/235:35 pmBWI - IST
2 stops15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/137:35 amIST - BWI
1 stop19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/208:30 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$450
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/157:35 amIST - BWI
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 2/238:30 pmBWI - IST
1 stop12h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 3/57:35 amIST - IAD
2 stops24h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/1510:55 pmIAD - IST
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$462
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/135:10 amIST - DCA
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/235:40 pmDCA - IST
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$462
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/65:05 pmIST - IAD
1 stop29h 30mKLM
Sun 7/139:20 pmIAD - IST
1 stop23h 05mKLM
Deal found 1/16$463
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/137:35 amIST - IAD
2 stops24h 18mBritish Airways
Thu 2/204:35 pmIAD - IST
2 stops24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$464
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 5/118:15 amIST - DCA
2 stops18h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/205:30 pmDCA - IST
2 stops16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$464
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/135:10 amIST - IAD
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/235:16 pmIAD - IST
2 stops15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$466
This Ucuzabilet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Ucuzabilet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/285:10 amIST - DCA
2 stops20h 50mKLM
Mon 2/32:25 pmDCA - IST
2 stops18h 30mKLM
Deal found 1/15$478
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/24:20 amIST - IAD
2 stops21h 59mAir France
Mon 4/79:20 pmIAD - IST
1 stop23h 05mAir France
Deal found 1/16$490
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/257:35 amIST - DCA
2 stops21h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 4/812:30 pmDCA - IST
2 stops21h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$490

Find flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. 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 17, 2025.

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IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Thu 2/13

5:10 am-4:50 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/20

4:47 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 08m

$418

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Thu 2/13

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/20

8:30 pm-1:10 am

1 stop20h 40m

$450

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Sat 2/15

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/23

8:30 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$454

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Wed 3/5

7:35 am-11:53 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/15

10:55 pm-1:15 am

1 stop19h 20m

$462

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Thu 2/13

5:10 am-5:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/24

5:40 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 15m

$462

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Sun 4/6

5:05 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/13

9:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop23h 05m

$463

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Thu 2/13

7:35 am-11:53 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/20

4:35 pm-1:10 am

2 stops24h 35m

$464

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Sun 5/11

8:15 am-7:26 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/20

5:30 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$464

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Thu 2/13

5:10 am-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/23

5:16 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 39m

$466

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Tue 1/28

5:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

2:25 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$478

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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 Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Istanbul Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Istanbul Airport-Washington, D.C. 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 Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 80 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 IST to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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 17, 2025.

The most flights from IST to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta and British Airways from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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 Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $450. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $454, and KLM, from $463. Users have found that American Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $483. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Most travelers choose Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Istanbul - Baltimore/Washington or Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. 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 Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 6 airlines flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$399Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$534Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$564Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$595Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$689Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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