How many flights from Paris to Istanbul are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 48.5% of flights from Paris to Istanbul were non-stop. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that nearly half of the available options typically offer direct travel between the two cities.

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

The typical direct flight from Paris to Istanbul has a duration of 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 2214 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 8 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do cheap flights from Paris to Istanbul come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Paris to Istanbul come up frequently. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive pricing options. Travelers can often find favorable deals for this popular international journey.

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Paris to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Istanbul

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Paris to Istanbul are significantly above the typical level. Over the last 90 days, prices have typically ranged from $183 to $334, with a median of $231. Currently, 24% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a competitive market for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Paris to Istanbul? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $122. Other budget-friendly options include August, where the median fare is $147, and January, with a median of $152. These months present opportunities for more economical travel.

A typical journey from Paris to Istanbul takes about 3h 35m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2214 kilometers. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest typically connect once, influencing the overall travel time.

For direct flights from Paris to Istanbul, 48.5% of recent fares over the last 90 days were non-stop. When itineraries include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. This indicates a mixed market where both direct and connecting options are readily available, with connecting flights generally taking longer.

How much is a round trip from Paris to Istanbul

Regular price: €165 - €332

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

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Istanbul is typically between 165 EUR and 332 EUR. The current lowest deal is 93 EUR with Transavia France, for travel from Mar 20-Mar 26.

now 93 €

Low 165 €

High 332 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Istanbul is December, with a median price of $152. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $405. Generally, prices are lower from January to December, including January, February, March, August, September, November, and December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 152 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 405 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Transavia France

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Istanbul

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

320 €

165 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

324 €

176 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

315 €

183 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

359 €

193 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

359 €

201 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

337 €

201 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

415 € → 227 €

45%

5 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 23

387 € → 209 €

46%

2 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 24

374 € → 197 €

47%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

375 € → 202 €

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Paris - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Paris to Istanbul are below the typical level, with a median of $231.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $122 for Paris to Istanbul flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 35m

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul typically take 3 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

Two airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Transavia France, offer direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Transavia France has a recent deal for €93

Transavia France recently offered a deal for €93 from Paris Orly to Istanbul Airport.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Paris to Istanbul appear frequently, offering good booking opportunities.

Paris main airports to depart from

Paris Orly (ORY)

Cheapest

Paris Orly offers flights to Istanbul, with prices from 117 EUR, making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~15 km from Paris city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~€117

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights from Paris to Istanbul.

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

💸 Flights from ~€99

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the travel distance.

📍 ~320 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~€145

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Nov 02

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Sep 24

Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,200

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Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,190

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Dec 30

Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$1,187

$606

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From ORY

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Jan 11

Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$1,287

$738

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Business Class

From ORY

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Nov 23

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,186

$738

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LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From CDG

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Dec 05

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,163

$767

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KLM

Business Class

From CDG

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Dec 12

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,232

$775

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Business Class

From CDG

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Oct 19

Istanbul, Turkey

81% AI deal score

$1,154

$683

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From CDG

Elite

Jan 11

Istanbul, Turkey

81% AI deal score

$1,160

$756

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Business Class

From CDG

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Jan 12

Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,176

$758

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Paris to Istanbul is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $216. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging around $387. Conversely, booking 28-59 days out shows an average price of $414, which is higher than the 14-27 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Paris to Istanbul is considered to be $183 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $231. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $334 or less.

Historically, December has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Paris to Istanbul, with a median price of $122. August also offered favorable prices, with a median of $147. For comparison, the annual median price for this route is $231, indicating significant savings during these months.

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Paris to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Paris to Istanbul

Regular price: €165 - €332

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

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Istanbul is typically between 165 EUR and 332 EUR. The current lowest deal is 93 EUR with Transavia France, for travel from Mar 20-Mar 26.

now 93 €

Low 165 €

High 332 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Istanbul

December

Cheapest

Flights from 152 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 405 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Transavia France

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Istanbul

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

320 €

165 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

324 €

176 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

315 €

183 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

359 €

193 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

359 €

201 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CDG - Istanbul

Paris (CDG) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

337 €

201 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

415 € → 227 €

45%

5 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 23

387 € → 209 €

46%

2 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 24

374 € → 197 €

47%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

375 € → 202 €

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Paris - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Paris to Istanbul are below the typical level, with a median of $231.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $122 for Paris to Istanbul flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 35m

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul typically take 3 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

Two airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Transavia France, offer direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Transavia France has a recent deal for €93

Transavia France recently offered a deal for €93 from Paris Orly to Istanbul Airport.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Paris to Istanbul appear frequently, offering good booking opportunities.

Paris main airports to depart from

Paris Orly (ORY)

Cheapest

Paris Orly offers flights to Istanbul, with prices from 117 EUR, making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~15 km from Paris city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~€117

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights from Paris to Istanbul.

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

💸 Flights from ~€99

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the travel distance.

Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$1,187

$606

Save $581

From ORY

Elite

Jan 11

Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$1,287

$738

Save $549

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From ORY

Elite

Nov 23

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,186

$738

Save $448

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From CDG

Elite

Dec 05

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,163

$767

Save $396

KLM

Business Class

From CDG

Elite

Dec 12

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,232

$775

Save $457

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From CDG

Elite

Oct 19

Istanbul, Turkey

81% AI deal score

$1,154

$683

Save $471

From CDG

Elite

Jan 11

Istanbul, Turkey

81% AI deal score

$1,160

$756

Save $404

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From CDG

Elite

Jan 12

Istanbul, Turkey

81% AI deal score

$1,176

$758

Save $418

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Paris to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Paris to Istanbul

Paris to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Paris to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Paris - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 3h 35m

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

Transavia France has a recent deal for €93

Deals appear frequently on this route

Paris main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Nov 02

Sep 24

Sep 24

Sep 24

Dec 30

Jan 11

Nov 23

Dec 05

Dec 12

Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When should I buy Paris to Istanbul tickets?

How much should a flight from Paris to Istanbul cost?

What's the best month to fly from Paris to Istanbul?

How many flights from Paris to Istanbul are non-stop?

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

How often do cheap flights from Paris to Istanbul come up?

Related routes

More routes from Paris

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Paris to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Paris to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Direct flights from Paris to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Istanbul

Paris - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 3h 35m

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

Transavia France has a recent deal for €93

Deals appear frequently on this route

Paris main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Nov 02

Sep 24

Sep 24

Sep 24

Dec 30

Jan 11

Nov 23

Dec 05

Dec 12

Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When should I buy Paris to Istanbul tickets?

How much should a flight from Paris to Istanbul cost?

What's the best month to fly from Paris to Istanbul?