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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £387. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£387 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Icelandair and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.
Istanbul.£424 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £424, select.
Istanbul.£443 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with Icelandair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £443, select.
Istanbul.£458 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £458, select.
Istanbul.£468 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £468, select.
Istanbul.£471 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Icelandair and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £471, select.
Istanbul.£483 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Icelandair and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £483, select.
Istanbul.£488 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £488, select.
Istanbul.£497 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Icelandair and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £497, select.
Istanbul.£501 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £501, select.
Istanbul.£504 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £504, select.
Istanbul.£508 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £508, select.
Istanbul.£513 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Icelandair and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £513, select.
Istanbul.£515 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £515, select.
Istanbul.£524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £524, select.
Istanbul.£526 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Icelandair and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £526, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from £471
Apr
from £387
May
from £443
Jun
from £542
Jul
from £584
Aug
from £538
Sep
from £483
Oct
from £468
Nov
from £508
Dec
from £537
Jan
from £570
Feb
from £504

Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Istanbul

Alternative Washington Dulles to Istanbul routes

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Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul
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Washington D.C. to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£387
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time10 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week98

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles to Istanbul is £387. 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.
10 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Istanbul.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian Airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Istanbul.
As of March 2026, there are 89 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Istanbul is usually April.
If you're flying from Washington Dulles 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 £387.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 17 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 2 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 8°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, Icelandair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 10 minutes.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • The busiest route is from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can select from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAD to IST is the 12:30 Turkish Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:25 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to get on your IAD to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

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

  • You can book a direct Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your trip at IAD and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from IAD to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 25 miles in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 74.39% of flights that depart Washington Dulles International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Istanbul

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul flight is £180. The cheapest price for a return flight is £387. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flights from IAD to Istanbul by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IAD to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

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

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from IAD to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 30 miles from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your IAD to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will help you save.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Before scheduling your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

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

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 220 miles east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are key highlights.

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