Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport from AED 474
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 December 2025.
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Deal found 7/12AED 1,094
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Deal found 8/12AED 1,201
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Deal found 8/12AED 1,227
Best flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
Sun 18/108:45AUH - IST
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Deal found 8/12AED 1,014
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Deal found 8/12AED 1,072
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Deal found 8/12AED 1,109
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Deal found 7/12AED 1,171
Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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Last-minute flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Data last updated 10 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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Sun 18/1
08:45-12:55
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AED 1,014
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Fri 23/1
06:35-13:05
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Istanbul
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14:00-19:25
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AED 1,072
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 29/1
22:30-12:20
1 stop14h 50m
Istanbul
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13:50-22:05
1 stop7h 15m
AED 1,109
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 19/12
04:40-17:30
1 stop13h 50m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
21:20-07:10
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AED 1,120
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 21/1
12:20-18:40
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Istanbul
Sat 31/1
20:10-03:50
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AED 1,157
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 23/1
05:20-12:20
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Istanbul
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AED 1,157
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23:40-12:20
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Istanbul
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AED 1,157
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Mon 5/1
22:30-12:20
1 stop14h 50m
Istanbul
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13:50-22:05
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AED 1,171
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 6/1
12:20-18:40
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Istanbul
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AED 1,171
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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05:20-12:20
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Istanbul
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AED 1,171
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of AED 441). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 709). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AUH to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
The most flights from AUH to IST are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 109 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 10 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Zayed Intl; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Abu Dhabi airport to Istanbul. It is only a 28.0 km journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?
Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways can get you from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in just under 5h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 30m. The distance from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport is about 3037 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport return from AED 426. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from AED 454, and Pegasus Airlines, from AED 600. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Pegasus Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 284. Etihad Airways flights start at AED 331 while deals on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi start at AED 374 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport on time: Air Serbia (84%), Garuda Indonesia (83%), Etihad Airways (82%).
What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay AED 1,755, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 397. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), is priced around AED 716.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport (average of AED 441). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 709). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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