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September 6 - September 21

Cheapest

Best

PIT - Istanbul

$920

$809

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October 1 - October 16

Best

PIT - Istanbul

$901

$813

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August 2 - August 15

Earliest

PIT - Istanbul

$880

$814

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August 3 - August 15

PIT - Istanbul

$876

$814

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August 19 - August 27

PIT - Istanbul

$914

$825

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August 5 - August 26

PIT - Istanbul

$869

$829

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August 3 - August 17

PIT - Istanbul

$880

$844

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October 11 - October 21

PIT - Istanbul

$941

$847

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August 23 - August 28

PIT - Istanbul

$946

$882

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August 17 - August 23

PIT - Istanbul

$952

$893

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Insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

A typical journey from Pittsburgh to Istanbul takes about 31h 9m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time with transfers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $748–$1332, with a median of $993. Currently, only 2% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul? The most affordable time to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul is typically in February, with a median fare of $574. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $725, and March, where the median fare is $798.

How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to Istanbul? Flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul cover a distance of 8448 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with a median of 3 stopovers when connecting, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop.

How much is a round trip from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

Regular price: $769 - $1,714

Prices for flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $769 to $1714. The current lowest deal is $809 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 6 to Sep 21.

now $809

Low $769

High $1,714

The cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $574. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1410. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $574

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,410

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Direct flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

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Last-minute flights going from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$1,099

$1,269

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

Icelandair

$967

$1,095

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

British Airways

$946

$984

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

$969

$1,039

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$963

$1,033

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Istanbul

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Istanbul (IST)

JetBlue Airways

$998

$1,007

One-way

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

15 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 21

$920 → $809

12%

10 nights

Oct 11 - Oct 21

$941 → $847

10%

8 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 27

$914 → $825

10%

15 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 16

$901 → $813

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul

Pittsburgh - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Pittsburgh to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median price of $993.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $574.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Istanbul, with a median price of $574.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 9m.

Flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul typically involve connections, with an average total duration of 31h 9m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent for connecting flights.

This route frequently has deals for connecting flights, with over one deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal at $809.

A recent deal for Pittsburgh to Istanbul was found on Deutsche Luft Hansa for $809.

🎯 Booking tip

Only 2% of recent fares were considered good deals.

Historically, only 2% of recent fares for this route were considered good deals.

Pittsburgh main airports to depart from

Pittsburgh International (PIT)

Cheapest

Pittsburgh International Airport offers a direct option for flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul.

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

💸 Flights from ~$809

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from Pittsburgh to Istanbul.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$809

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to Istanbul.

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

💸 Flights from ~$825

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as a major international hub with high flight frequency for your arrival.

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

💸 Flights from ~$818

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a reliable alternative with extensive European connections and high flight reliability.

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

💸 Flights from ~$878

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul.

📍 ~90 km from Istanbul (accessible by road)

💸 Flights from ~$1251

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers proximity to Istanbul's Asian side and the southern Marmara region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1593

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$753

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

50% AI deal score

$10,902

From PIT

Elite

Aug 22

Istanbul, Turkey

49% AI deal score

$10,143

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you compare prices across various airlines and booking platforms. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends for a period may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more economical flight options or different schedules. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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