Cheap Flights from Taipei (TPET) to Istanbul (ISTA)

Compare Taipei to Istanbul flight deals

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

Book the best Istanbul fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Taipei to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Taipei to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£366 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.

Istanbul.£406 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £406, select.

Istanbul.£419 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £419, select.

Istanbul.£437 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X and Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £437, select.

Istanbul.£438 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £438, select.

Istanbul.£441 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Istanbul.£442 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Istanbul.£455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £455, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Taipei to Istanbul

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

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Direct flights from Taipei to Istanbul

Alternative Taipei to Istanbul routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul

Closest

from £445

Search flights

Istanbul

21 miles from central Istanbul

Cheapest

from £366

Search flights

Taipei to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£366
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	12 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	23

Finding cheap flights from Taipei 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 Taipei to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Taipei to Istanbul is £366. 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 Taipei to Istanbul?

12 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Taipei to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Taipei to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and EVA Air fly direct from Taipei to Istanbul.

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

As of February 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Taipei to Istanbul.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Taipei to Istanbul is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Taipei, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 21.4 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £366.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Taipei to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Taipei to Istanbul on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Taipei to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Taipei 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 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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Taipei to Istanbul with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Taipei to Istanbul: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can take off from in Taipei. Check out your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when organising your flight from Taipei to Istanbul.
When planning your arrival in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the chief entry points.
Jump on a direct Taipei to Istanbul flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 35 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul five hours behind Taipei.
With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Taipei to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines at 09:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from TPE to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 22:10.
Allow plenty of time to make your Taipei to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Istanbul

Score cheap Taipei to Istanbul flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Taipei to Istanbul is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Taipei to Istanbul.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Taipei to Istanbul flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

Take off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Istanbul. From TPE, you can fly straight to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Check out the deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier offers direct Taipei to Istanbul plane tickets out of TPE.
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on time at their destination.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

TSA is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Taipei. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to Istanbul:
Taipei Songshan Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 91% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your Taipei to Istanbul flight.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Once your flight from Taipei to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 31 kms (19 miles) from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Taipei to Istanbul, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

April is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Istanbul. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Istanbul in February.
Lock in a Taipei to Istanbul ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest 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 Taipei to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 220 miles to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.