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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul from AED 426

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — IST
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
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 3 February 2026.

Wed 4/220:40
AUH
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SAW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/221:30
SAW
-
AUH
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 903
Mon 2/304:05
AUH
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SAW
Nonstop5h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Thu 12/321:35
SAW
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 911
Thu 19/208:45
AUH
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IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/214:00
IST
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2AED 911
Tue 3/220:40
AUH
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SAW
1 stop10h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/221:30
SAW
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AUH
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1AED 914
Tue 3/305:25
AUH
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SAW
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/321:35
SAW
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 918
Fri 20/214:35
AUH
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SAW
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/221:35
SAW
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 922
Thu 19/206:35
AUH
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IST
1 stop15h 30m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 28/222:10
IST
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AUH
1 stop22h 15m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 3/2AED 922
Sun 1/302:00
AUH
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SAW
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/321:35
SAW
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2AED 925
Mon 2/200:55
AUH
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SAW
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:35
SAW
-
AUH
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 929
Wed 4/308:45
AUH
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IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/314:00
IST
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2AED 929
Sun 1/302:00
AUH
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SAW
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/321:35
SAW
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 933
Thu 17/905:45
AUH
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SAW
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/922:30
SAW
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AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2AED 936

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 3 February 2026.

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AED 911

One-way from

AED 426

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,362
Pegasus Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 2/3-9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/2

08:45-12:55

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

14:00-19:25

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 925

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/2

06:35-21:05

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

22:10-17:00

1 stop17h 50m

AED 940

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - SAW

AUHSAW

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/2

00:55-00:20

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 26/2

20:25-12:10

1 stop14h 45m

AED 962

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - SAW

AUHSAW

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 17/3

05:25-11:15

1 stop6h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 20/3

00:10-05:35

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 973

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - SAW

AUHSAW

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/2

18:15-09:05

1 stop15h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 1/3

21:30-12:10

1 stop13h 40m

AED 977

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - SAW

AUHSAW

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 5/6

05:00-08:40

Nonstop4h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 7/6

23:10-06:45

1 stop6h 35m

AED 981

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/2

08:45-12:55

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 28/2

21:20-07:10

1 stop8h 50m

AED 1,025

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/2

08:45-12:55

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

14:00-19:25

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,028

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - IST

AUHIST

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 2/3

08:45-12:55

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

14:00-19:25

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,043

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH - SAW

AUHSAW

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/3

21:35-03:00

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,047

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul (average of AED 353). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in November is currently the most expensive (average of AED 569). 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 3 February 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

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 3 February 2026.

The most flights from AUH to TR5 are scheduled on a Friday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 4% 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 3 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,380 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
635 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) if they book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. On average, Zayed Intl has 10 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 5 airlines. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is conveniently located just 28.0 km from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    Etihad Airways, Royal Jordanian, and Pegasus Airlines can get you from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in just under 5h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3037 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at AED 426. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at AED 440 and AED 454, respectively. You may be able to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul for 66% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul one-way?

    AED 268 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Pegasus Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from AED 297 and AED 331, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    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 on time: Air Serbia (72%), Etihad Airways (69%), Turkish Airlines (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul is generally AED 1,865, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 726. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay AED 815 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul.

  • 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul (average of AED 353). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in November is currently the most expensive (average of AED 569). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

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 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 426AverageAED 1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestAED 440AverageAED 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestAED 454AverageAED 1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 752AverageAED 1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,061AverageAED 1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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