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Today’s best flight deals from Palm Springs to Istanbul

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August 27 - September 8

Cheapest

PSP - Istanbul

$1,058

$1,197

Round trip

July 28 - August 1

Earliest

PSP - Istanbul

$1,052

$1,202

Round trip

August 27 - September 2

PSP - Istanbul

$1,089

$1,218

Round trip

August 27 - September 6

PSP - Istanbul

$1,063

$1,244

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August 27 - September 7

PSP - Istanbul

$1,061

$1,246

Round trip

December 3 - December 9

PSP - Istanbul

$1,155

$1,250

Round trip

August 27 - September 8

Best

PSP - Istanbul

$1,099

$1,260

Round trip

August 27 - September 1

PSP - Istanbul

$1,114

$1,266

Round trip

August 27 - September 2

Best

PSP - Istanbul

$1,123

$1,281

Round trip

August 27 - September 6

PSP - Istanbul

$1,102

$1,306

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul

Only 3% of recent fares from Palm Springs to Istanbul were classified as a good price, indicating that finding optimal value on this route can be challenging. Fares for this long-haul journey typically range from $983 to $1623, with a median price of $1445. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul are above the typical level, suggesting current prices are higher than the historical median for this route. New deals show up several times a week, so consistent monitoring may be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Istanbul? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of $673. Following closely, December also offers lower prices, with a median of $890. Travelers can also find more competitive fares in April, where the median price is $961.

A typical journey from Palm Springs to Istanbul takes about 43h 23m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance of 10,939 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the time spent on connecting flights.

Most itineraries from Palm Springs to Istanbul connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which contributes significantly to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Palm Springs to Istanbul

Regular price: $911 - $1,959

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul is between $911 and $1959. The current lowest deal is $1197 with Alaska Airlines, Inc., for travel from August 27 to September 8.

now $1,197

Low $911

High $1,959

The cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs to Istanbul is November, with a median price of $673. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2650. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $673

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,650

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Icelandair

Last-minute flights going from Palm Springs to Istanbul

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (IST)

$1,435

$6,654

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (IST)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Turkish Airlines

$1,196

$2,637

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (IST)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Turkish Airlines

$1,195

$2,577

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (IST)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Turkish Airlines

$1,231

$2,806

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Lufthansa, Iberia Airlines

$1,017

$2,937

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Istanbul

Palm Springs (PSP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Lufthansa, Iberia Airlines

$1,017

$2,974

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$1,155 → $1,250

6 nights

Aug 27 - Sep 2

$1,089 → $1,218

12%

12 nights

Aug 27 - Sep 8

$1,058 → $1,197

13%

4 nights

Jul 28 - Aug 1

$1,052 → $1,202

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Palm Springs to Istanbul

Palm Springs - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Palm Springs to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median price of $1445.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $673.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs to Istanbul, with a median price of $673.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 43h 23m.

Flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul typically take 43h 23m, with a median of 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights are available.

There are no direct flights available from Palm Springs to Istanbul; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered 50 deals on connecting flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul appear regularly, with about 0.3 deals per day.

Palm Springs main airports to depart from

Palm Springs International (PSP)

Cheapest

Palm Springs International Airport offers flights to Istanbul, often with competitive pricing for your journey.

📍 ~5 km from Palm Springs (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1193

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Consider Sabiha Gökçen International for flights from Palm Springs to Istanbul, offering a potentially cheaper option.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by various transport options).

💸 Flights from ~$976

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by various transport options).

💸 Flights from ~$1197

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 ~$1139

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 ~$1055

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road without international border crossings.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (accessible by road).

💸 Flights from ~$1713

Yenişehir (YEI)

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

📍 ~80 km from Istanbul (accessible via bridge or ferry).

💸 Flights from ~$2002

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$937

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

69% AI deal score

$31,098

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance, often several months before your trip, can sometimes lead to lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor trends. Avoiding peak travel seasons may also result in more economical options.

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

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