Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle?

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle are not common. Historically, only 2.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Seattle?

The direct flight from Istanbul to Seattle typically takes approximately 12 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 9745 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 23 hours and 47 minutes. This difference highlights the considerable time savings associated with direct routes when available.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Istanbul to Seattle?

Historically, flying with a layover from Istanbul to Seattle tends to be slightly cheaper. The median price for connecting flights is $1172, while direct flights have a median price of $1209. This represents a premium of 3% for direct flights. However, direct flights account for only 3% of the available options, indicating they are less common.

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2026-12-10 – 2026-12-23
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Istanbul to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Only 3% of recent fares from Istanbul to Seattle were classified as a good price. Flights on this long-haul route typically range from $853–$1562, with a median fare of $1176. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Istanbul to Seattle are above the typical level, suggesting that current prices are higher than what has been observed historically.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seattle, November stands out with a median fare of $956. Following closely, December offers a median fare of $1041, and January presents a median of $1110. These months generally provide more favorable pricing compared to other times of the year for this route.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Seattle takes approximately 12h 35m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median journey time including connections is considerably longer, at 27h 10m. This reflects that the vast majority of flights on this route involve one or more stops.

Flights from Istanbul to Seattle cover a substantial distance of 9745 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. Given the significant distance, most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights. Only a small fraction, 2.6%, of recent fares were for direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seattle

Regular price: $554 - $710

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Seattle is between 554 USD and 710 USD. The current lowest deal is 647 USD with Turkish Airlines, for travel from Feb 8 to Feb 12.

now $647

Low $554

High $710

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seattle is November, with a median price of $956. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1292. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $956

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,292

Jan

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seattle

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$882

$707

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$882

$707

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Turkish Airlines

$744

$910

One-way

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

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$792 → $648

18%

21 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 15

$819 → $711

13%

12 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 23

$794 → $687

13%

13 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 16

$805 → $700

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Istanbul - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Seattle are above the typical level, with a median of $1176.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $956 for flights from Istanbul to Seattle.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 12h 35m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 12h 35m, connecting flights take 27h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Istanbul to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seattle are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Seattle, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$659

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a major airport for arrivals to Seattle from Istanbul.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$700

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Consider Paine Field Everett for closer proximity to North Seattle and Snohomish County, with less congestion.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,085

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the best prices for flights from Istanbul to Seattle are found when booking in the 28-59 days window before departure. During this period, the average price is typically around $1368. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $2157. Even booking 60+ days out can be more expensive, averaging $1694, indicating that the optimal booking window is roughly one to two months prior to travel.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Seattle is considered to be $853 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1176. Prices can range upwards, with 75% of prices observed being $1562 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $853 threshold.

Historically, November is typically the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seattle, with a median price of $956. December also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $1041. While January has a median price of $1110, it is also noted as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, highlighting price fluctuations. The annual median price for this route is $1176.

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Istanbul to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seattle

Regular price: $554 - $710

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Seattle is between 554 USD and 710 USD. The current lowest deal is 647 USD with Turkish Airlines, for travel from Feb 8 to Feb 12.

now $647

Low $554

High $710

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

November

Cheapest

Flights from $956

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,292

Jan

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seattle

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$899

$700

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$882

$707

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$882

$707

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seattle

Istanbul (IST) - Seattle (SEA)

Turkish Airlines

$744

$910

One-way

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

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$792 → $648

18%

21 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 15

$819 → $711

13%

12 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 23

$794 → $687

13%

13 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 16

$805 → $700

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Istanbul - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Seattle are above the typical level, with a median of $1176.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $956 for flights from Istanbul to Seattle.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 12h 35m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 12h 35m, connecting flights take 27h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Istanbul to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seattle are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Seattle, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$659

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a major airport for arrivals to Seattle from Istanbul.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$700

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Consider Paine Field Everett for closer proximity to North Seattle and Snohomish County, with less congestion.

Seattle, United States

81% AI deal score

$3,699

$3,350

Save $349

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Today’s best flight deals from Istanbul to Seattle

Istanbul to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seattle

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Istanbul - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 12h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How early should I book Istanbul to Seattle flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Seattle cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seattle?

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle?

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Seattle?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Istanbul to Seattle?

Related routes

More routes from Istanbul

Flights to Seattle from other cities

Istanbul to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seattle

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seattle

Istanbul - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 12h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How early should I book Istanbul to Seattle flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Seattle cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seattle?