Cheap Flights from Mardin (MQM) to Istanbul (IST)

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      Compare Mardin to Istanbul flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Istanbul

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      Flight deals from Mardin to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £125. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Mardin to Istanbul

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

      Direct flights from Mardin to Istanbul

      Turkish Airlines

      Mardin to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

      Mardin to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£42
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary
      Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week22

      Finding cheap flights from Mardin to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Mardin to Istanbul is £74. 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.
      2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Mardin to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines flies direct from Mardin to Istanbul.
      As of September 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Mardin to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Mardin to Istanbul is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 27 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 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.

      Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Travelling from Mardin Airport (MQM) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport.

      • Mardin and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

      • Choose from 19 weekly Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:20.

      • Your MQM to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

      • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.

      • Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

      • Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport. Many passengers pass through Izmir Airport when flying between MQM and IST.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Mardin Airport (MQM) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • £42 is currently the best price for a one-way Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start at £74. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

      • To score cheap tickets from MQM to IST, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

      • Getting your hands on cheap flights from MQM to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

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

      Handy information about Mardin Airport (MQM)

      • When it comes to Mardin Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

      • Mardin Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Mardin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.

      • Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport? Check out ANEMON Mardin Otel. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to MQM.

      Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

      Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

      • Istanbul Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kms (25 miles) away.

      • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

      When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • August is the busiest month for flights from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Istanbul in March.

      • Lock in your flight from Mardin Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.

      • Look for cheap tickets from MQM to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kms (220 miles) east to Ankara to tick off its leading sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

      • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kms (200 miles) south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.