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Cheap Flights from Florence (FLR) to Istanbul (IST)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Florence to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$342 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Florence on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.
Istanbul.$357 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Florence on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $357, select.
Istanbul.$372 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Florence on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.
Istanbul.$402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Florence on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Istanbul.$403 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Florence on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $403, select.
Istanbul.$446 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan, returning Mon, 5 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Florence on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $446, select.
Istanbul.$447 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $447, select.
Istanbul.$478 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Florence on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Florence.Price includes taxes and charges.From $478, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Florence to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Florence to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $540
Aug
from $514
Sep
from $357
Oct
from $512
Nov
from $372
Dec
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Florence to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Florence to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Florence to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$342
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Florence to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Florence to Istanbul is $342. 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 Florence to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $342.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Florence to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Florence to Istanbul is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Florence Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 30 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Florence 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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Florence and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your FLR to IST flight.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FLR and IST:

    • Palese Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $130. A round-trip fare is currently $342. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from FLR to IST. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from FLR to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)

  • Of the flights that depart from Firenze-Peretola Airport, 68.62% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach Firenze-Peretola Airport from central Florence, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near FLR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're landing on a late Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near IST:

  • Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FLR to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Florence to Istanbul

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