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Cheapest round-trip
522 ﷼
Typical prices: 819 ﷼–1,532 ﷼
Air Arabia
Tue 10/2Tue 10/9
ELQ - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest nonstop
729 ﷼
Typical prices: 780 ﷼–1,525 ﷼
Ajet
Fri 9/21Fri 9/28
MED - SAW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly nonstop with Turkish Airlines, SAUDIA and others. Average duration is 3h 59m.
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Most flights • 103 per week
Best reviews • Score: 7.4
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Istanbul

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Istanbul

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 2
Air Arabia Logo
9:15 am - 12:20 amELQ  Gassim-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
15h 05m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
12:35 am - 4:30 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-ELQ Gassim
15h 55m1 stop Sharjah
522 ﷼Air Arabia
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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5:30 pm - 1:20 pmELQ  Gassim-IST Istanbul
19h 50m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
6:05 pm - 2:35 pmIST  Istanbul-ELQ Gassim
20h 30m1 stop Sharjah
522 ﷼Air Arabia
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Ajet Logo
7:50 am - 11:25 amMED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 35mnonstop
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10:10 pm - 1:35 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mnonstop
729 ﷼Ajet
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 28
Ajet Logo
7:50 am - 11:25 amMED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 35mnonstop
Ajet Logo
10:10 pm - 1:35 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mnonstop
737 ﷼Ajet
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 2:00 pmMED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 1:35 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mnonstop
740 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 2:00 pmMED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 1:35 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mnonstop
748 ﷼Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 2
Pegasus Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 7:55 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
4h 10mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 1:20 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
3h 35mnonstop
751 ﷼Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 1
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6:15 am - 10:25 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
4h 10mnonstop
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12:25 am - 4:05 amSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
3h 40mnonstop
766 ﷼Pegasus Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 11
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4:05 pm - 7:55 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 50mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 12:30 amIST  Istanbul-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
3h 45mnonstop
770 ﷼flynas
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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4:05 pm - 7:55 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 50mnonstop
flynas Logo
8:45 pm - 12:30 amIST  Istanbul-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
3h 45mnonstop
774 ﷼flynas
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Saudi Arabia to Istanbul flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Saudi Arabia to Istanbul with more confidence.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul at 1,166 ﷼ round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at 1,232 ﷼.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul, with an average price of 744 ﷼ round-trip.
  • July (1,392 ﷼) and March (1,351 ﷼) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Istanbul?

Night flights to Istanbul are the cheapest at 1,147 ﷼ round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at 1,229 ﷼.

When are flights to Istanbul the cheapest?

Flights to Istanbul are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Istanbul

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

304 ﷼
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Riyadh to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

When to book flights to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Istanbul, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Istanbul?

    Turkish Airlines operates the most flights from Saudi Arabia to Istanbul at 103 per week, while Pegasus Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Saudi Arabia to Istanbul. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airports serve Istanbul?

    Flights to Istanbul arrive at: Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • What airports serve Istanbul and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Istanbul can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • How do I know if a flight to Istanbul is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Istanbul is around 819 ﷼ round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Istanbul?

    Last-minute fares to Istanbul – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 1% above the average round-trip fare of 1,141 ﷼.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Istanbul?

Your guide to booking Istanbul flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Istanbul, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Istanbul, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around 819 ﷼ round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Istanbul around September. Round-trip fares historically average 744 ﷼ that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to 81 ﷼ per round-trip. Evening flights to Istanbul average 1,147 ﷼ compared to 1,229 ﷼ for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Istanbul, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Pegasus Airlines includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Ajet includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, and flynas includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Istanbul, a few great places to start are Taksim Square, Taksim, and Fatih Camii. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Istanbul

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4474 reviews
7.5Food
7.5Entertainment
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
7.3Comfort
Airline reviews

My first time in business class The in flt staff was outstanding in every aspect of service, the food was amazing, the business seat space made the 11 hour journey easy peazy

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My first time in business class The in flt staff was outstanding in every aspect of service, the food was amazing, the business seat space made the 11 hour journey easy peazy

It was good, but always can be better. The airplane was old.

I am a US citizen coming from Uganda to IST to LAX I was to be rerouted to Houston for Ebola health screen at no extra charge per TA app. At IST Turkish counter 4, they refused to reroute me to Houston unless I paid $1000. Finally, they said they would route me to Houston at no charge but not to LAX. SO I PUT OUT AN EXTRA $300 for Delta to LAX. IF THE US HAS A MANDATORY HEALTH SCREEN, THE AIRLINE NEEDS TO COMPENSATE THE PASSENGER NO EXTRA CHARGE TO FINAL DESTINATION

I paid for the seat and found out that the seat doesn't recline. The staff didn't help in arranging an alternative.

Terrible. Delayed. No one would help. Just limped about like a piece of meat

Food wasn’t nice and doesn’t have halal option

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

I liked the ability to walk and stand in the crew area. I hated the security check experience before boarding. The airport staff were so rude, yelling at us unnecessarily, delaying us on purpose, and even threatening to call the police on us!

Just on time arrival and departure would make it great

I recently had a deeply disappointing experience with Turkish Airlines, one I felt compelled to share. Firstly, the staff’s attitude left much to be desired. I encountered consistent rudeness both onboard and from the customer service team. To illustrate, I lost my eyeglasses on the plane. When I approached the airline’s customer service for help, not only were they dismissive, but they also mishandled the information I provided. Even though I had clearly mentioned my flight details in my correspondence, they asked for them again, only to later inform me they couldn’t locate my glasses. Moreover, the flight itself was delayed by three hours, adding to the frustration. Given this experience, I strongly advise reconsidering before booking with Turkish Airlines!

I need an upgrade to business class but they ask for bidding. Never mind...

Business class website is horrible I couldn’t even check in online never happened me before any other website

Very poor service, will never travel through saudia airline also worst experience at jeddah airport, all the people act like very racist even we belong from a same religion but they don't have any humanity. Very big language barrier no one speak proper English so they don't understand us very poor service. I was traveling with family and with infant they give us very hard time. No one like to answer a question and there attitude is extremely no welcoming. Not recommended specifically jeddah airport and their services and staff. Will never take layover or any flight through jeddah. Thank you

Horrible, by all accounts. Delays, lack of communication, just horrible.

They destroyed my baby’s stroller and the seats was broken

The flight was delayed which cost me to missed my connection flight.

The planes are very cold. The AC is too much.

Didn’t like anything about the flight: I am so frustrated at this point. Since 8 days I have been dealing with your customer service regarding my seat changes. I paid $51.10 for extra legroom seats and one fine morning I get an email that my seats have been changed. I tried to contact the customer service and they have been just fooling me around stating that my issue will be resolved. Saudia is the worst airline. Pathetic. On the day of my travel, I came at the counter and the guy told me that my seat assigned is 36A and my wife’s seat is different. He then changed my seats to 33A which is not at all a extra legroom seats. I asked the person is these seats are extra legroom he said yes and when I came to the aircraft I am sitting in a normal seat. The TCR Shameer Ansari or Sameeri Ansari came and did nothing telling me that he tried his best find a solution. I need someone to contact me ASAP and I need a refund for the entire flight. I don’t need your Al Fursan points they are worthless. Contact me ASAP.

It was a disaster. The crew was so rude and had no professionalism. She dropped something onto the floor, then took it from the floor and put it into the food tray. Also, when she got some spilling, she went straight to the toilet, got some tissue and started cleaning the food trolley

I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

Check in, was fine, boarding was good, we left on time, punctual flight, aircraft condition was also good, Boeing 737-600 , all went well, I did not expect more or any better

Flight changed and cancelled several times over the months in advance that I booked it. However, actual flight went well, no delays, spacious seats. Had some landing issues but otherwise, fine. Also loved that they don’t check weight of luggage!

Seats are disaster, not comfortable at all. With my height 183 cm there were no space for my legs... The airplane was Turkish airlines and no entertainment on board.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

I paid for the services but when I reached the gate there are only few chairs ( around 12)!! This is not accepted. Also the female employer delyed me just to check the weight of my family bags ( so that bags do not overweight 10 kg). One bag was only 6 kg while another was 11.9 kg so she refused to let me pass until I reduced the 1.9 exra kg and transfer it to the 6 kg bag!! I told her all emplyers are understanding and make a total! You shoud teach yr employers how to behave in such situation. Thanks.

It was a horrible experience that I hope not to try it again. Rude stuff Poor food Always delayed schedules Lost baggages

Very bad no tv no water no food absolute pathetic ! Couldn’t take zam zam ! No free zam zam water allowance! Dont travel

Poor airlines no infotainment system no food not even water was offered… absolutely not recommended! Nasmiles was not counted couldnt log in flynas app ! The app doesnt work with booking PNR! Please dont fly on these pathetic budget airlines!

It was hot inside as the air conditioner was not working and the crew members were not courteous

the seat you book will always be taken by someone else..…

Nothing The flight delayed for more than 3 hours as usual

In the future, it is preferable to provide free snacks

I like the price of the ticket. I do not like the waiting, waiting, waiting to drop off luggage. I do not like the waiting, waiting, waiting to board. I liked that the flight was on time.

Very poor Customer service…the girl at the check in desk was horrible. her service was not even close to world standard but I think Flynass can improve and learn to treat their customers better

I resent being called a ‘guest’ of Pegasus airlines and then they refuse to give me water, because they want to sell it to me. Also, the baggage allowances are ridiculously stingy. I also resent the way staff are on the look out to catch passengers out. I would never dream of treating my ‘guests’ like Pegasus treats us.

Great flight and great crew. Many thanks to them for their hard work making our trip so relaxing.

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

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The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

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