Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul?

Yes, direct flights are available from Amsterdam to Istanbul. Approximately 24.1% of flights on this route are direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This data reflects observations made across the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Amsterdam to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight time from Amsterdam to Istanbul is 3 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 2184 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a significantly longer duration, averaging around 10 hours and 30 minutes. This represents a median direct flight time of 205 minutes compared to 630 minutes for one-stop journeys.

Should I set a price alert for Amsterdam to Istanbul flights?

Historically, prices for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul have shown regular fluctuations. This indicates that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to find optimal fares. Monitoring price changes over time can help identify favorable booking opportunities for this route.

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Amsterdam to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul

A typical journey from Amsterdam to Istanbul takes about 3h 25m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights, this overall duration reflects a common travel experience. Non-stop flights also average 3h 25m, while connecting itineraries typically extend to 12h 50m.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul, fares typically range from $291–$511, with a median price of $384. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 12% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals requires some flexibility.

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul is typically during February, with a median fare of $161. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $202. Another favorable month is April, where median fares are around $240. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more economical travel.

The route from Amsterdam to Istanbul covers a distance of 2184 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance is substantial enough to often involve connecting flights, as reflected in the overall journey times. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting that opportunities for finding good prices are reasonably frequent.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Regular price: €183 - €415

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

The regular price range for this route is 183 EUR to 415 EUR. The current lowest deal is 137 EUR with Valuair, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 8.

now 137 €

Low 183 €

High 415 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $161. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $654. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 161 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 654 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

212 €

148 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

196 €

144 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

196 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

191 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

200 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

191 €

148 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

534 € → 283 €

47%

5 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 31

502 € → 293 €

42%

2 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 28

541 € → 352 €

35%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

418 € → 231 €

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Amsterdam - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Amsterdam to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median of $384.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul, with a median price of $161.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 25m

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul is 3h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 75.9% of recent deals, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is one of two airlines offering direct flights on the Amsterdam to Istanbul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, making it easier to find good prices.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a key departure point for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€135

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International is a good option for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€135

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes can be a useful alternative, offering a major international hub with high flight frequency.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~€187

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

71% AI deal score

$1,341

$1,172

Save $169

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Dec 16

Istanbul, Turkey

71% AI deal score

$1,349

$1,172

Save $177

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Dec 01

Istanbul, Turkey

71% AI deal score

$1,341

$1,172

Save $169

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From AMS

Istanbul, Turkey

70% AI deal score

$1,273

$1,159

Save $114

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $431. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $585. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be slightly more expensive, with an average price of $445.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul is considered to be $291 or less. The median price for this route was $384. Prices tend to increase significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $511 or higher.

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $161. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $202. The annual median price for this route is $384, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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Amsterdam to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Regular price: €183 - €415

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

The regular price range for this route is 183 EUR to 415 EUR. The current lowest deal is 137 EUR with Valuair, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 8.

now 137 €

Low 183 €

High 415 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul

February

Cheapest

Flights from 161 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 654 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Istanbul

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

212 €

148 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

196 €

144 €

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

196 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

191 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

200 €

147 €

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Istanbul

Amsterdam (AMS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

191 €

148 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

534 € → 283 €

47%

5 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 31

502 € → 293 €

42%

2 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 28

541 € → 352 €

35%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

418 € → 231 €

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul