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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport from £88

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — IST
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£142

One-way from

£88

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£151

Good round-trip deal

£501 or less

Good one-way deal

£116 or less
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 18/9-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 24/317:40FRA - IST
Nonstop3h 05mLufthansa
Tue 1/414:00IST - FRA
Nonstop3h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 24/3£138
Wed 29/1020:25FRA - IST
1 stop18h 25mAir Serbia
Fri 31/1005:20IST - FRA
1 stop5h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 25/3£142
Thu 24/418:55FRA - IST
Nonstop3h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 30/411:30IST - FRA
Nonstop3h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3£143
Tue 26/812:05FRA - IST
1 stop11h 05mCroatia Airlines
Wed 17/905:05IST - FRA
1 stop12h 30mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 24/3£173
Sun 17/807:00FRA - IST
1 stop8h 20mKLM
Sat 13/917:05IST - FRA
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Deal found 24/3£219
Sun 24/819:45FRA - IST
1 stop10h 40mAegean Airlines
Sun 14/920:50IST - FRA
1 stop14h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 24/3£285

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
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Frankfurt

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 18/9

20:20-03:30

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 21/9

15:40-09:00

1 stop18h 20m

£142

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 24/4

18:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 30/4

11:30-13:40

Nonstop3h 10m

£143

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/5

17:20-21:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 13/5

17:55-20:00

Nonstop3h 05m

£150

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 26/8

12:05-00:10

1 stop11h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

05:05-16:35

1 stop12h 30m

£173

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 17/8

07:00-16:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 13/9

17:05-09:35

1 stop17h 30m

£219

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 24/8

19:45-07:25

1 stop10h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 14/9

20:50-10:15

1 stop14h 25m

£285

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/5

11:25-15:35

Nonstop3h 10m

£88

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 7/5

20:20-03:30

1 stop6h 10m

£105

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/5

10:25-16:40

1 stop5h 15m

£129

Frankfurt am MainIstanbul

FRA - IST

FRAIST

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 17/4

19:55-03:25

1 stop6h 30m

£148

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 FRA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 25 March 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Frankfurt to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 25 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, KLM and LOT from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Air Serbia, at £142, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    £88 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Serbia and LOT, with prices starting from £105 and £129, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport on time: Turkish Airlines (81%), Icelandair (77%), RwandAir (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £83. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Istanbul) can be booked for £293 on average our data indicates £379 when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£84Average£138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AjetCheapest£93Average£161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£134Average£186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£183Average£282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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