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Cheap Flights from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (ISTA)

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Flight deals from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$157 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $157, select.
Istanbul.$158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.
Istanbul.$159 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.
Istanbul.$162 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.
Istanbul.$190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Istanbul.$203 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.
Istanbul.$217 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.
Istanbul.$223 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Istanbul flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $158
Jul
from $160
Aug
from $353
Sep
from $190
Oct
from $237
Nov
from $229
Dec
from $265
Jan
from $218
Feb
from $274
Mar
from $228
Apr
from $406
May
from $377
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:April

Direct flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul

Alternative Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Basel to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$157
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week53

Finding cheap flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul is $157. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul.
Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and IndiGo fly direct from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 106 flights per week flying from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $157.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route, with 13 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from BSL to SAW is with Pegasus at 21:20. Go for the first departure with AJet at 11:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your BSL to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • Begin your trip at BSL and travel straight to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul tickets.

  • There's a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul, including:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BSL to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)

  • BSL is about 6 kilometres from central Basel. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near BSL. Whether you've booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, data shows 76.48% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Istanbul

  • $76 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $157. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book seven months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BSL to Istanbul.

  • The best month for landing cheap EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from BSL to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your BSL to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Plan your trip to Istanbul in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BSL to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Basel to Istanbul

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.