$237 Cheap Flights from Valencia (VLC) to Istanbul (ISTA) in 2026

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $310. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Valencia on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$252 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Valencia on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $252, select.

Istanbul.$265 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Valencia on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.

Istanbul.$266 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Valencia on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

Istanbul.$268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Valencia on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Istanbul.$273 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air UK and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Valencia on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.

Istanbul.$292 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Valencia on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.

Istanbul.$294 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.

Istanbul.$294 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.

Istanbul.$295 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $295, select.

Istanbul.$306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.

Istanbul.$306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.

Istanbul.$310 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Valencia on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $310, select.

Istanbul.$330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Istanbul.$330 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr, returning Mon, 26 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Istanbul.$361 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May, returning Sun, 23 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Valencia on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Valencia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Valencia to Istanbul

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

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Direct flights from Valencia to Istanbul

Alternative Valencia to Istanbul routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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from $283

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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul

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Valencia to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$237
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	3 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	144

Finding cheap flights from Valencia 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 Valencia to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Valencia to Istanbul is $237. 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 Valencia to Istanbul?

3 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Valencia to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Valencia to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and IndiGo fly direct from Valencia to Istanbul.

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

As of June 2026, there are 72 flights per week flying from Valencia to Istanbul.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Valencia to Istanbul is usually February.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Valencia 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 $237.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Valencia Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 3 February 2027.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Valencia 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 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.

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

Currently, Wizz Air UK and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Istanbul: what you need to know

Expect to be travelling for 4 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Valencia, where Valencia Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Valencia Airport (VLC) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 14 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from VLC to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 18:20. Opt for the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 11:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your VLC to Istanbul flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Valencia Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at VLC and arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Valencia Airport to Istanbul.
VLC is around 10 kilometres from central Valencia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near VLC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Valencia Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from VLC land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Istanbul

$109 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Valencia Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is $237. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from VLC to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Valencia Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from VLC to Istanbul.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from VLC to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. After your flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your VLC to Istanbul flight:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you save.

Best time to go to Istanbul

February is the quietest month for flights from Valencia Airport to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Valencia Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VLC to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

After booking your flight from Valencia Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.