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$298+ Cheap flights from Istanbul 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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — WAS
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 (TR5) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$455
(KLM)

One-way from

$298
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$565
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/25:55 pmIST - IAD
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1710:15 pmIAD - IST
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$459
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Tue 5/67:55 pmIST - IAD
1 stop28h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/37:25 pmIAD - IST
1 stop22h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$465
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/55:05 pmIST - IAD
1 stop29h 30mKLM
Sat 5/39:20 pmIAD - IST
1 stop23h 05mKLM
Deal found 2/20$466
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Sun 3/28:30 amIST - BWI
1 stop18h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 3/179:30 pmBWI - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$467
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Sun 3/28:30 amIST - DCA
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 3/176:59 pmDCA - IST
2 stops15h 31mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 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 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/205:49 pmDCA - IST
2 stops15h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$483
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/234:15 pmSAW - IAD
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 7/17:25 pmIAD - SAW
1 stop12h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$496
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Sat 10/47:05 amIST - IAD
1 stop19h 15mIcelandair
Sat 10/118:30 pmIAD - IST
1 stop20h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 2/20$509
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Sat 10/47:05 amIST - BWI
1 stop19h 20mIcelandair
Sat 10/118:30 pmBWI - IST
1 stop20h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 2/20$509
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Tue 3/187:35 amIST - IAD
2 stops23h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/2810:40 pmIAD - IST
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$526
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Wed 3/56:50 amIST - IAD
2 stops16h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/226:10 pmIAD - IST
1 stop20h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$541
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Mon 11/246:30 amIST - DCA
2 stops43h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/76:00 pmDCA - IST
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$548

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Mon 3/10

5:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/18

6:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$455

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Sun 3/2

5:55 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

10:15 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 55m

$459

IstanbulBaltimore

IST - BWI

ISTBWI

Istanbul

Sun 3/2

8:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/17

9:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 35m

$467

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Tue 4/8

8:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

5:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$470

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Sun 3/2

8:30 am-8:20 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/17

6:59 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops15h 31m

$472

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

7:35 am-11:58 pm

2 stops23h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

5:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 40m

$480

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - DCA

ISTDCA

Istanbul

Sun 5/11

8:15 am-8:00 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/20

5:49 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$483

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

SAW - IAD

SAWIAD

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/23

4:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/30

10:40 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$496

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Wed 3/5

6:50 am-3:13 pm

2 stops16h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/22

6:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$541

IstanbulWashington, D.C.

IST - IAD

ISTIAD

Istanbul

Wed 3/5

6:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/21

6:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$552

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.

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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 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 February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul 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 to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul 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 to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
1,080 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    KLM, at $455, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and American Airlines. KLM is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $490. Users have also found prices from $510 and $524 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Egyptair, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. is Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Istanbul - Baltimore/Washington or Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. are Thai Airways (64%), MIAT Mongolian (64%) and IndiGo (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Washington, D.C.?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. is generally $834, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $697. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $466 for that flight.

  • 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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Istanbul to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$399Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$453Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$534Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$564Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$596Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$689Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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