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December 2 - December 7

Cheapest

Best

ORD - Istanbul

$946

$728

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December 4 - December 13

ORD - Istanbul

$948

$732

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November 3 - November 17

Best

ORD - Istanbul

$916

$735

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September 6 - September 14

Earliest

ORD - Istanbul

$932

$759

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September 13 - September 21

ORD - Istanbul

$939

$759

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November 3 - November 24

ORD - Istanbul

$873

$759

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September 6 - September 15

Earliest

ORD - Istanbul

$932

$760

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September 13 - September 30

ORD - Istanbul

$932

$760

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November 17 - November 26

ORD - Istanbul

$897

$760

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November 12 - November 26

ORD - Istanbul

$876

$760

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Istanbul

Flights from Chicago to Istanbul cover a substantial distance of 8786 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant journey, often involving connections, to reach your destination. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Chicago to Istanbul are typically $704–$1286, with a median of $891. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When looking for the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Istanbul, you'll find that April, February, and December stand out as the most budget-friendly months. In each of these months, the median fare is $665, offering a notable saving compared to the overall median. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track these fluctuations.

For this route, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 20% of recent fares being non-stop. If you fly this route, you can expect connecting itineraries to typically involve 2 stopovers. This means planning for layovers is a key part of the travel experience from Chicago to Istanbul.

A typical journey from Chicago to Istanbul takes about 21h 50m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the time spent in transit as well as the actual flight segments. Travelers should factor in this total travel time when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Istanbul

Regular price: $781 - $993

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

The regular price range for this route is between $781 and $993. The current lowest deal is $728 with Scandinavian Airlines, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $728

Low $781

High $993

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $665. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1409. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $665

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,409

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Direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$943

$761

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$914

$761

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$918

$762

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$912

$763

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$908

$774

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Istanbul

Chicago (ORD) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$918

$761

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

$1,025 → $775

24%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$1,029 → $779

24%

7 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 20

$1,010 → $763

24%

3 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 9

$1,021 → $775

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Istanbul

Chicago - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

The current deal for $728 is above the typical level compared to recent fares.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February, April, and December offer the lowest median prices at $665.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight.

Flights from Chicago to Istanbul typically take 21h 50m, covering a distance of 8786 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 20% of deals are direct. Most deals include 2 or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights.

Turkish Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on the Chicago to Istanbul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, about 1 deal per day has been found in the last 30 days.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Istanbul and is often the cheapest option from Chicago.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$728

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport provides another departure option for flights from Chicago to Istanbul.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$988

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$897

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Chicago to Istanbul, offering a convenient arrival.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$728

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another arrival option for flights from Chicago to Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$759

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International is a major international hub with high flight frequency, offering network redundancy for travelers.

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

💸 Flights from ~$929

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is Turkey's third largest airport, providing extensive European connections and high reliability.

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

💸 Flights from ~$868

Yenişehir (YEI)

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

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (limited commercial flight options).

💸 Flights from ~$1230

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the closest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for travelers with valid Schengen visas or EU passports.

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

💸 Flights from ~$749

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

69% AI deal score

$7,357

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $874. Booking 60+ days out typically results in an average price of $1022. Prices tend to be higher when booking 28-59 days out, averaging $1389. Across the trailing quarter, prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul have shown that last-minute bookings can offer better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Istanbul is considered to be $704 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $891. Prices can go higher, with 75% of prices being $1286 or less. This threshold is based on pricing data observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Istanbul include April, February, and December, all with a median price of $665. The annual median price for this route is typically $891. These trends are based on pricing data observed over a 270-day period. Travelers can often find more budget-friendly options during these months compared to the annual average.

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