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September 2 - September 16

Cheapest

Earliest

CRL - Istanbul

$242

$144

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September 3 - September 29

CRL - Istanbul

$221

$149

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October 4 - October 6

CRL - Istanbul

$320

$150

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September 2 - September 23

Earliest

CRL - Istanbul

$238

$151

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September 30 - October 14

CRL - Istanbul

$150

$151

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September 10 - September 24

CRL - Istanbul

$143

$152

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September 2 - September 9

Best

Earliest

CRL - Istanbul

$267

$152

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September 16 - September 30

CRL - Istanbul

$244

$153

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September 13 - September 16

Best

CRL - Istanbul

$275

$157

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October 4 - October 14

Best

CRL - Istanbul

$298

$157

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Insights for flights from Brussels to Istanbul

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Brussels to Istanbul, the most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of just $63. This represents a significant saving compared to other times of the year, making August an opportune time for budget-conscious travel. Following August, September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $140, while January presents another relatively inexpensive option at a median of $159.

Fares for flights from Brussels to Istanbul typically range from $145–$244, with a median price of $174. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 23% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are available if you monitor prices. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable pricing.

When considering the journey from Brussels to Istanbul, a typical itinerary takes about 6h 55m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2141 km. While a meaningful share of flights are non-stop, most itineraries connect at least once, with the majority of connecting flights involving one stopover. This means that while direct flights from Brussels to Istanbul are available, you should also factor in potential layover times when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Brussels to Istanbul

Regular price: $199 - $476

Prices for flights from Brussels to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $199 and $476. The current lowest deal is $144 with Aero Services Executive, for travel from September 2 to September 16.

now $144

Low $199

High $476

The cheapest time to fly from Brussels to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Istanbul is August, with a median price of 63 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 506 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $63

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $506

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Direct flights from Brussels to Istanbul

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Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brussels to Istanbul

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

$332

$172

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Aero Services Executive

$406

$200

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$468

$189

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

$361

$192

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$238

$172

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CRL - Istanbul

Brussels (CRL) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$238

$172

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brussels to Istanbul

2 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 25

$468 → $189

60%

4 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 22

$406 → $200

51%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$377 → $172

54%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$374 → $181

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Brussels to Istanbul

Brussels - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Brussels to Istanbul are near the typical level of $174.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the cheapest prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $63.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 6h 55m

The median flight duration from Brussels to Istanbul is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

46.8% of recent deals are for direct flights, with 1 stopover for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Brussels to Istanbul are frequent, with over 1 per day.

Brussels main airports to depart from

Brussels South Charleroi (CRL)

Cheapest

Brussels South Charleroi Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Brussels to Istanbul.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Antwerp International (ANR)

Antwerp International Airport is an alternative departure point for your journey to Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$405

Brussels (BRU)

Brussels Airport is a convenient and popular choice for flights from Brussels to Istanbul.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Brussels to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International offers another arrival choice for your trip to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as an alternative for its extensive flight network and reliability, despite the distance.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train connection)

💸 Flights from ~$162

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a reliable alternative with extensive European connections, ideal for Western-bound international flights.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul's European side.

📍 ~90 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1053

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers proximity to Istanbul's Asian side and the southern Marmara region, accessible via bridge or ferry.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$375

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the closest international airport outside Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents for Bulgaria.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

44% AI deal score

$1,369

From BRU

Elite

Jun 18

Istanbul, Turkey

44% AI deal score

$1,369

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Brussels to Istanbul is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $169. Booking within 0-13 days of departure saw average prices of $224. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price increased to $357.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Brussels to Istanbul was $145 or less. The median price for this route was $174. Approximately 25% of all observed prices were at or below $145, while 75% of prices were at or below $244.

Historically, August has offered the cheapest flights from Brussels to Istanbul, with a median price of $63. September also presented lower prices, with a median of $140. The annual median price for this route was $174, indicating that August and September typically offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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