$138 Cheap Flights from Mardin (MQM) to Istanbul (ISTA) in 2026

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $138. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$138 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.

Istanbul.$146 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Istanbul.$146 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Istanbul.$147 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Istanbul.$165 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $165, select.

Istanbul.$177 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Mardin on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $177, select.

Istanbul.$201 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Mardin on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Istanbul.$212 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.

Istanbul.$212 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.

Istanbul.$212 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.

Istanbul.$221 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $221, select.

Istanbul.$221 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $221, select.

Istanbul.$247 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Mardin on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.

Istanbul.$247 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Mardin on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.

Istanbul.$300 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Sat, 22 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Mardin on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.

Istanbul.$424 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Mardin on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Mardin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.

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Mardin to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$138
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	100

Finding cheap flights from Mardin to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Mardin to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Mardin to Istanbul is $138. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Mardin to Istanbul?

2 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Mardin to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Mardin to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly direct from Mardin to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Mardin to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 50 flights per week flying from Mardin to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mardin to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Mardin to Istanbul is usually August.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Mardin 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 $138.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Mardin Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mardin Airport to Istanbul on Thursday, 27 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 11 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Mardin Airport to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Mardin Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Mardin Airport (MQM) to Istanbul: what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul is 2 hours.
Istanbul and Mardin (where Mardin Airport is located) are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
With 19 flights a week between the two airports, Mardin Airport (MQM) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from MQM to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 20:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MQM to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Mardin Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at MQM and touch down at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Mardin Airport to Istanbul include:
The journey from central Mardin to MQM takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul? Mardin Airport Hotel and ANEMON Mardin Otel are near MQM. They're an especially great choice if you have an early departure.
Of the flights that depart from Mardin Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mardin Airport (MQM) to Istanbul

$54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mardin Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $138. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MQM to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Mardin Airport to Istanbul is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MQM to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mardin Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MQM to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your MQM to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will save you money.

Best time to go to Istanbul

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a Mardin Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MQM to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Istanbul travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.