£405 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Washington D.C. (WASA)

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Washington D.C.

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £411. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Washington D.C..£404 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £404, select.

Washington D.C..£409 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.

Washington D.C..£411 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £411, select.

Washington D.C..£413 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £413, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Washington D.C..£420 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £420, select.

Washington D.C..£424 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £424, select.

Washington D.C..£424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £424, select.

Washington D.C..£424 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £424, select.

Washington D.C..£426 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £426, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C.

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

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Washington D.C.

Alternative Istanbul to Washington D.C. routes

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

Istanbul to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£404
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	11 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	102

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Washington D.C.?

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Washington D.C. is £404. 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 Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

11 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Washington D.C..

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and MIAT Mongolian Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Washington D.C..

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

As of March 2026, there are 111 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Washington D.C..

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C. is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Washington D.C.?

If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 22.7 miles away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from £404.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C. on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C. on Wednesday, 18 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 11 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Istanbul to Washington D.C.?

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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C.?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Washington D.C.?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Washington D.C. with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is KLM. And the cheapest airline that flies to Camp Springs Andrews AFB Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Istanbul to Washington DC: what you need to know

There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when planning your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC.
Washington DC has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Arrive at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Jump on a direct Istanbul to Washington DC flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Istanbul.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Istanbul to Washington DC with Turkish Airlines at 06:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from IST to IAD is with Turkish Airlines at 16:05.
To ensure you make it on your Istanbul to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Washington DC

Get cheap Istanbul to Washington DC flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to Washington DC. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

If you're looking for a direct flight from Istanbul to Washington DC, you can depart from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Fly from IST to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) without any stops.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Istanbul to Washington DC plane tickets leaving from IST.
We make it a breeze to book an Istanbul to Washington DC flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Washington DC? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Istanbul to Washington DC flight, here's where you can stop when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 31 kms (19 miles) or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 5 kms (3 miles). It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Washington DC. Book one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Washington DC. Once you've disembarked your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
After your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC, settle in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Score the best price by booking your ride from IAD one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
You can find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre in a car once you've stepped off your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BWI after your Istanbul to Washington DC flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you want an economy for solo travel or a roomy SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from companies such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from BWI about two weeks before your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.

Best time to go to Washington DC

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC. February is the most popular month to travel to Washington DC. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to Washington DC ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Washington DC, browse our selection of hotels including:
White House Historical Association and The White House are a couple of top attractions to add to your Washington DC itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Mall.

Explore more of United States

New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 200 miles to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.