Asia · Türkiye
Cheap flights to Istanbul
Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar and ferries across the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia.
- Best weather
- Jun to Aug
- Warmest
- Aug, 28°C
- Airports
- IST, SAW
Best time to visit Istanbul
The best time to visit Istanbul for the weather is from June to August, when daytime highs average 26 to 28°C (79 to 82°F) and it's mostly dry.
There's no real wet season: rain is spread through the year, with the most in December (about 18 rainy days) and the least in July.
The warmest month is August, with highs around 28°C (83°F); the coolest is January, at around 9°C (48°F) by day and 4°C (38°F) at night.
Istanbul weather by month
Average daytime highs, overnight lows and rain for each month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | What it's like |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C 48°F | 4°C 38°F | 17 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| February | 9°C 49°F | 4°C 38°F | 15 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| March | 12°C 54°F | 5°C 41°F | 13 rainy days | Cool and wet |
| April | 16°C 61°F | 8°C 47°F | 10 rainy days | Cool with some rain |
| May | 21°C 70°F | 13°C 55°F | 7 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| June Best | 26°C 78°F | 17°C 63°F | 7 rainy days | Warm and dry |
| July Best | 28°C 82°F | 20°C 69°F | 5 rainy days | Warm and dry |
| August Best | 28°C 83°F | 21°C 70°F | 5 rainy days | Warm and dry |
| September | 25°C 76°F | 17°C 63°F | 8 rainy days | Warm with some rain |
| October | 20°C 68°F | 14°C 56°F | 12 rainy days | Mild and wet |
| November | 15°C 59°F | 9°C 49°F | 14 rainy days | Cool and wet |
| December | 11°C 51°F | 6°C 42°F | 18 rainy days | Cool and wet |
Long-term averages from Istanbul Kireçburnu, 1991–2020. The weather on your dates will vary.
Flying to Istanbul
Farepop finds fares to İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). These are the closest airports Farepop watches in each region, as the crow flies; with stops, the trip is longer.
| From | Closest airports |
|---|---|
| Australia | Perth 12,100 km · about 15.5 hours non-stop Adelaide 14,000 km · about 18 hours non-stop |
| New Zealand | Queenstown 16,800 km · about 21.5 hours non-stop Christchurch 17,100 km · about 22 hours non-stop |
| United States | Boston 4,800 mi · about 10 hours non-stop New York 5,000 mi · about 10.5 hours non-stop |
| Canada | Montréal 7,700 km · about 10 hours non-stop Toronto 8,200 km · about 10.5 hours non-stop |
| United Kingdom | London 1,500 mi · about 3.5 hours non-stop East Midlands 1,600 mi · about 3.5 hours non-stop |
| Europe | Athens 550 km · about an hour non-stop Naples 1,200 km · about 2 hours non-stop |
How Farepop finds cheap flights to Istanbul
Compared with the usual price
Every fare is compared with what the same route usually costs for the same trip length and dates. Around busy holidays we use quieter neighbouring months, so a peak price never passes for a saving.
At least 25% below
A deal is at least 25% below the usual price for those dates, and a good fare at least 20%. Full-service airlines selling at budget prices, and travel agents undercutting the airline, are labelled as such.
Checked twice, then again
Fares are checked again on their exact dates before you hear about them, and regularly after. Ones that no longer qualify are withdrawn.
You book direct
Farepop doesn't sell tickets. Tap a deal and book with the airline or travel site; always check the final price, baggage and conditions before you pay.
The full rules are in our savings methodology.
Istanbul: questions
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
For the weather, from June to August, when daytime highs average around 27°C. These are long-term averages from Istanbul Kireçburnu, 1991–2020.
Does it rain a lot in Istanbul?
Istanbul has no distinct wet season. December is usually the wettest month, with about 18 rainy days.
Which airport do you fly into for Istanbul?
Farepop finds fares to İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
How can I find cheap flights to Istanbul?
Be flexible with your dates and let the fares come to you. Farepop watches flights from your home airports and alerts you when a trip to Istanbul costs at least 25% less than it usually does for those dates, so you can book before the fare goes.
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