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Flight deals from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$962 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pittsburgh International on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $962, select.
Istanbul.$962 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pittsburgh International on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $962, select.
Istanbul.$1,067 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pittsburgh International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,067, select.
Istanbul.$1,229 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Pittsburgh International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,229, select.
Istanbul.$1,249 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,249, select.
Istanbul.$1,317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,317, select.
Istanbul.$1,342 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pittsburgh International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,342, select.
Istanbul.$1,343 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,343, select.

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Pittsburgh International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Pittsburgh to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$962
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul is $962. 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 Pittsburgh International to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $962.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh International to Istanbul is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Pittsburgh International 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, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul seven hours ahead of Pittsburgh.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIT to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PIT and IST:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

    • Logan International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • At the moment, $809 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $962. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PIT to IST. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from PIT to IST is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

  • You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Pittsburgh International Airport, data shows 76.88% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to PIT? If you're catching an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

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.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

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

  • When booking your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIT to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

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

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