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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.
Istanbul.$1,340 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,340, select.
Istanbul.$1,344 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,344, select.
Istanbul.$1,347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,347, select.
Istanbul.$1,396 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,396, select.
Istanbul.$1,444 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,444, select.
Istanbul.$1,459 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,459, select.
Istanbul.$1,486 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,486, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from $1,837
Jun
from $1,633
Jul
from $1,444
Aug
from $1,300
Sep
from $1,347
Oct
from $1,344
Nov
from $2,134
Dec
from $1,459
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Philadelphia to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,300
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Istanbul is $1,300. 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 Philadelphia to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,300.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Philadelphia, 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 $1,300.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Istanbul on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 17°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is British Airways .

Flying from Philadelphia to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul.

  • Touch down in Istanbul at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul seven hours ahead of Philadelphia.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Philadelphia to Istanbul flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul

  • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Philadelphia to Istanbul flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Istanbul.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap Philadelphia to Istanbul flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Philadelphia to Istanbul flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:

  • When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • 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 popular providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to lay your head close to SAW. Kick back after your Philadelphia to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and make a speedy getaway.

  • Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.

  • Lock in a Philadelphia to Istanbul ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Philadelphia to Istanbul:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the top attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Philadelphia to Istanbul

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