Cheap flights from Chicago to Istanbul

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Cheapest round-trip flights $651
Icelandair 1 stop 21 hr Sat, Jan 17 — Mon, Feb 2
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul is currently $651
Cheapest one-way flight $481
LOT 1 stop 29 hr Sun, Feb 1
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Istanbul is currently $481
Cheapest nonstop flights $799
Turkish Airlines Nonstop 11 hr Thu, Jan 15 — Wed, Jan 28
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul is currently $799
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,174
LOT 1 stop 31 hr Sat, Nov 22 — Mon, Nov 24
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Istanbul is currently $1,174
Cheapest business class flights $1,852
Icelandair 1 stop 21 hr Mon, Feb 2 — Mon, Feb 16
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul is currently $1,852
Fastest flight 10 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Istanbul takes 10 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Istanbul is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $650–930
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,000–1,450

Popular airlines from Chicago to Istanbul

  • Turkish Airlines
    Nonstop
    from $799
    Typical price: $960–1,850
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - IST Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $1,704
    Typical price: $1,050–2,350
    24 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - IST, SAW Every day
  • Emirates
    from $1,675
    Typical price: $1,800–2,600
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - IST Every day
  • British Airways
    from $836
    Typical price: $1,000–1,950
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - IST Every day
  • Lufthansa
    from $766
    Typical price: $950–1,550
    12 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - IST Every day
  • Etihad
    from $826
    Typical price: $970–2,050
    10 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - IST Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 31 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 26 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 28 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Istanbul

  • Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
    Istanbul Türkiye 1 hr 19 mi
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    Istanbul Türkiye 46 min 21 mi
  • Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)
    Bursa Türkiye 2 hr 23 min 60 mi
  • Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)
    Tekirdağ Türkiye 1 hr 34 min 56 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Istanbul

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $650 to $930.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Icelandair from $651. The cheapest one-way flight was with LOT from $481.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $799, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $1,704, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $1,675, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 2.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $836, flying from Jan 11 to Jan 26.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $766, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 2.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $826, flying from Feb 15 to Mar 2.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul starts at $651 from Sat, Jan 17 to Mon, Feb 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $481 and departs on Sun, Feb 1.
How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?
10 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Istanbul.
When should you fly to Istanbul, Türkiye?
Istanbul is a year-round destination, though most visitors arrive May–Sep, when the weather is warm to hot and humid. Winters (Nov–Feb) are cold and wet, and often snowy. Local events include the International Istanbul Film Festival (Apr) and Istanbul Music Festival (Jun).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Istanbul.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Istanbul really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Istanbul.

In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .

In terms of flights, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 24 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) , Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul are:
  • Emirates offers 14 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
  • British Airways offers 14 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
  • Lufthansa offers 12 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
  • Etihad offers 10 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Istanbul.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Icelandair from $651. The cheapest one-way flight was with LOT from $481.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $799, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $1,704, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $1,675, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 2.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $836, flying from Jan 11 to Jan 26.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $766, flying from Jan 18 to Feb 2.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Istanbul is $826, flying from Feb 15 to Mar 2.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Chicago to Istanbul.
  • There are 14 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Istanbul at price $1,174 is offered by LOT from Sat, Nov 22 to Mon, Nov 24.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Chicago to Istanbul.
  • There are 14 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Istanbul start at $799 from Thu, Jan 15 to Wed, Jan 28 with Turkish Airlines.
How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Istanbul, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Istanbul start at $1,852 from Mon, Feb 2 to Mon, Feb 16 with Icelandair.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Istanbul start at $651 from Sat, Jan 17 to Mon, Feb 2.
How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Istanbul?
To book business class trips from Chicago to Istanbul, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Istanbul next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Istanbul starts at $1,174 from Sat, Nov 22 to Mon, Nov 24 with LOT.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Istanbul?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Istanbul at price $1,174 is offered by LOT from Sat, Nov 22 to Mon, Nov 24.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul?
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Istanbul, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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