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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

AUH — IST
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 (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 27 August 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 731

One-way from

AED 275

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,102
10/9-9/10
  • 10/9-9/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 15m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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Pegasus Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 12/1
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (AED 795 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul (average of AED 214). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 386). 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 27 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 83% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 27 August 2025.
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
3,607 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

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
3,607 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
1,239 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

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
3,957 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

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
640 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

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 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 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?

    Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines can get you from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in just under 5h. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2976 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at AED 546. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, with the lowest prices starting at AED 612 and AED 632, respectively. You may be able to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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: Garuda Indonesia (89%), Turkish Airlines (84%), Air Serbia (81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul is generally AED 5,148, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 328. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay AED 679 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul (average of AED 214). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 386). 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 6 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 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 27 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestAED 546AverageAED 1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestAED 612AverageAED 1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 632AverageAED 1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 856AverageAED 1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,316AverageAED 1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 1,516AverageAED 1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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