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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£439 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £439, select.
Istanbul.£470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £470, select.
Istanbul.£496 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £496, select.
Istanbul.£604 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £604, select.
Istanbul.£617 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £617, select.
Istanbul.£644 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £644, select.
Istanbul.£676 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £676, select.
Istanbul.£715 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From £715, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Alternative Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul
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from £575
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Istanbul

21 miles from central Istanbul
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from £441
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Cincinnati to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£439
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky 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 Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul is £439. 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 Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £439.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky to Istanbul is usually April.
If you're flying from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 18.8 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £439.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport 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 February, the average temperature is usually around 6°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.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Cincinnati, where Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CVG to Istanbul flight.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CVG to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • CVG is about 120 miles from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • 77.0% of flights that depart Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Istanbul

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul flight is £230. The cheapest price for a return flight is £439. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CVG to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from CVG to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Save money on your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 30 miles away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from CVG to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 30 miles from the centre of Istanbul. After your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CVG to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Istanbul in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CVG to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to Istanbul:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just two of the major attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 220 miles away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cincinnati to Istanbul

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