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September 14 - September 21

Cheapest

Best

BUF - Istanbul

$908

$697

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September 10 - September 23

BUF - Istanbul

$875

$836

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September 1 - September 8

BUF - Istanbul

$891

$868

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November 4 - November 11

BUF - Istanbul

$767

$868

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September 7 - September 21

BUF - Istanbul

$874

$879

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August 10 - August 17

Earliest

BUF - Istanbul

$951

$893

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August 10 - August 24

Earliest

BUF - Istanbul

$917

$896

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October 15 - October 19

BUF - Istanbul

$841

$906

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October 3 - October 10

BUF - Istanbul

$801

$936

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September 2 - September 9

BUF - Istanbul

$891

$943

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Insights for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Buffalo to Istanbul, the data shows that February is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $596. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $598. If you are planning a trip later in the year, June presents another option with a median fare of $712.

Fares from Buffalo to Istanbul typically range from $649–$953, with a median of $755. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 8% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

Most itineraries from Buffalo to Istanbul connect at least once, as direct flights from Buffalo to Istanbul are not available. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect a journey involving at least two separate flight segments.

A typical journey from Buffalo to Istanbul takes approximately 25h 32m including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least two stopovers, this duration accounts for the time spent in transit between flights. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8172 km.

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Istanbul

Regular price: $759 - $968

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul is between $759 and $968. The current lowest deal is $697 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 21.

now $697

Low $759

High $968

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $596. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1001. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $596

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,001

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Direct flights from Buffalo to Istanbul

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Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Istanbul

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (IST)

JetBlue Airways

$1,076

$1,357

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$1,108

$1,555

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (SAW)

Frontier Airlines

$973

$1,073

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$1,077

$1,585

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$992

$1,475

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Istanbul

Buffalo (BUF) - Istanbul (IST)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,041

$1,588

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 21

$908 → $697

23%

7 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 17

$951 → $893

13 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 23

$875 → $836

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

$891 → $868

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul

Buffalo - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Buffalo to Istanbul are near the typical level of $755.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $596

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul, with a median price of $596.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 32m

Flights from Buffalo to Istanbul typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 25h 32m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with 5034 deals found.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers 28 connecting deals

Turkish Airlines has offered 28 connecting deals from Buffalo to Istanbul recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul appear frequently, about 1.03 deals per day.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a good option for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul.

📍 ~15 km from Buffalo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a good option for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another arrival choice for flights from Buffalo to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$950

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International can be a useful alternative for its extensive flight networks and reliability, despite the distance.

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

💸 Flights from ~$875

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a strong alternative with extensive European connections and high reliability, but it is over 300km away.

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

💸 Flights from ~$839

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road, but has very limited flight options.

📍 ~90 km from Istanbul (accessible by road)

💸 Flights from ~$1204

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers proximity to Istanbul's Asian side, accessible via bridge or ferry, but with limited commercial flights.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (accessible via bridge or ferry services)

💸 Flights from ~$1774

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the closest international alternative, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents for Bulgaria.

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

💸 Flights from ~$830

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

67% AI deal score

$14,286

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.

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