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Cheap Flights from Cagliari (CAG) to Istanbul (IST)

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Flight deals from Cagliari to Istanbul

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Istanbul.$394 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cagliari on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $394, select.
Istanbul.$452 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cagliari on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $452, select.
Istanbul.$482 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cagliari on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.
Istanbul.$549 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cagliari on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $549, select.
Istanbul.$595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cagliari on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.
Istanbul.$595 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Transavia France and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Cagliari on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.
Istanbul.$665 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Cagliari on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $665, select.
Istanbul.$676 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cagliari on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Cagliari.Price includes taxes and charges.From $676, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cagliari to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cagliari to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $843
Aug
from $740
Sep
from $452
Oct
from $394
Nov
from $676
Dec
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Jan
from $808
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Apr
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Jun
from $665

Cagliari to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Cagliari to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$394
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cagliari to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cagliari to Istanbul is $394. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cagliari to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $394.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Cagliari to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Cagliari to Istanbul is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cagliari Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cagliari Airport and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Cagliari and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Your CAG to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CAG and IST include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Guglielmo Marconi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • $149 is the lowest price for a one-way Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from $394. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAG to IST, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAG to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)

  • 80.13% of flights leaving Cagliari Elmas Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from CAG.

  • To get to Cagliari Elmas Airport from central Cagliari, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CAG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CAG to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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