Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from Larnaca (LCA) to Istanbul (ISTA)

Compare Larnaca to Istanbul flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Istanbul

Book the best Istanbul fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Larnaca to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Larnaca to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$287 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.
Istanbul.$298 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $298, select.
Istanbul.$337 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.
Istanbul.$339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Jet2 and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Larnaca on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
Istanbul.$348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec, returning Sat, 20 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $348, select.
Istanbul.$354 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Larnaca on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.
Istanbul.$363 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $363, select.
Istanbul.$430 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Larnaca on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Larnaca.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Larnaca to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Larnaca to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jun
from $477
Jul
from $354
Aug
from $430
Sep
from $455
Oct
from $510
Nov
from $298
Dec
from $348
Jan
from $287
Feb
from $363
Mar
from $595
Apr
from $897
May
Find prices

Alternative Larnaca to Istanbul routes

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

Larnaca to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$287
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Larnaca 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 Larnaca to Istanbul is $287. 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 Larnaca to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $287.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Larnaca to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Larnaca to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Larnaca Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $287.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Larnaca Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Larnaca Airport and Istanbul. 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.
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, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is one hour ahead of Larnaca, where Larnaca International Airport is located.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your LCA to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LCA to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)

  • Central Larnaca to LCA is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Searching for a hotel close to LCA? If you're catching an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 78.93% of flights that leave from Larnaca International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Istanbul

  • $148 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is $287. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from LCA to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LCA to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Pick up 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 top providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from LCA to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

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

  • After stepping off your LCA to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Istanbul in the low season for a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LCA to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Istanbul:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Larnaca to Istanbul

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