Cheap Flights from Paris (ORY) to Istanbul (IST)

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Flight deals from Paris Orly to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris Orly to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paris Orly to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris Orly to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Paris Orly to Istanbul

Paris Orly to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Paris to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$231
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineTransavia France
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Paris Orly to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Paris Orly to Istanbul is $231. 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 45 minutes is the average flight time from Paris Orly to Istanbul.
Transavia France flies direct from Paris Orly to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Paris Orly to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris Orly to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 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.
Currently, Transavia France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 4 hours.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Paris.

  • Take your pick of 17 weekly Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Transavia France is the earliest available. Transavia France operates the latest service of the day at 22:00.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your ORY to IST flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Getting to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Transavia France. This popular airline has direct flights from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Transavia France.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ORY and IST:

    • Dubrovnik Airport

    • Cote D'Azur Airport

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • $116 is the best price for a one-way Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from $231. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ORY to IST.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ORY to IST.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • ORY's address is 94396 Orly Aérogare.

  • Of all flights leaving Paris Orly Airport, 75.56% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Paris Orly Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ORY:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

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

  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

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

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

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

  • If you're eager to discover another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.

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