What percentage of Nuremberg to Istanbul flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 39.4% of flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Nuremberg to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Nuremberg to Istanbul, covering a distance of 1650 km, has a median duration of 2 hours and 55 minutes. Flights with one stop, however, historically have a significantly longer median duration of 8 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

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

Historically, flights on the Nuremberg to Istanbul route are frequently discounted. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers. Given the regular price fluctuations, an alert can help you track changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare when prices drop.

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Nuremberg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul

The journey from Nuremberg to Istanbul covers a distance of 1650 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short hop but shorter than a transcontinental journey.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul typically range from $145–$344, with a median of $202. Current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, indicating a less favorable pricing environment at present. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $122. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $134, and June, with a median fare of $138.

Most itineraries for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul connect at least once. Only 39.4% of recent fares were for direct flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul, meaning the majority of travelers will have at least one stopover. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Nuremberg to Istanbul takes approximately 6h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent in the air as well as any layovers for itineraries that are not direct.

How much is a round trip from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Regular price: €121 - €438

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

The regular price range for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul is 121 EUR to 438 EUR. The current lowest deal is 130 EUR with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Sep 17-Sep 25.

now 130 €

Low 121 €

High 438 €

The cheapest time to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul is September, with a median price of 122 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 232 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

September

Cheapest

Flights from 122 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 232 €

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Direct flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (IST)

350 €

180 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

140 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

136 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

136 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

128 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

349 € → 146 €

58%

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

344 € → 146 €

58%

6 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 12

371 € → 172 €

54%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

369 € → 174 €

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Nuremberg - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Nuremberg to Istanbul are above the typical level of $202.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul, with a median price of $122.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 10m on average.

The average flight duration from Nuremberg to Istanbul is 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Two airlines offer direct flights.

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers a recent deal for $130.

Pegasus Airlines had a recent deal for $130 from Nuremberg to Istanbul (Sep 17-Sep 25).

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Nuremberg main airports to depart from

Nuremberg (NUE)

Cheapest

Nuremberg Airport is a great option for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~8 km from Nuremberg city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$156

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~32 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as a major international hub with high flight frequency for network redundancy.

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

💸 Flights from ~$213

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $156. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made very close to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $164. Similarly, booking more than 60 days in advance typically results in a higher average price of $170.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nuremberg to Istanbul is considered to be $145 or less. The median price for this route was $202. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed prices being $344 or less. Aiming for a fare around $145 puts you in the lowest 25% of prices seen over the last 90 days.

Historically, September has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul, with a median price of $122. January and June also offered relatively low median prices at $134 and $138, respectively. The annual median price for this route was $202, indicating that these months typically offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Nuremberg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Regular price: €121 - €438

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

The regular price range for flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul is 121 EUR to 438 EUR. The current lowest deal is 130 EUR with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Sep 17-Sep 25.

now 130 €

Low 121 €

High 438 €

The cheapest time to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul

September

Cheapest

Flights from 122 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 232 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (IST)

350 €

180 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

140 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

136 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

136 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

NUE - Istanbul

Nuremberg (NUE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

134 €

128 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

349 € → 146 €

58%

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

344 € → 146 €

58%

6 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 12

371 € → 172 €

54%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

369 € → 174 €

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul