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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 55.7% of flights from Vienna to Istanbul were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, travelers typically experienced one stop. This indicates that a significant portion of available flights offer direct service. When a connection is necessary, it usually involves a single stop.

How long is the flight from Vienna to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Vienna to Istanbul has a duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 1224 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 6 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers can expect a considerably longer journey if their itinerary includes a layover. Direct flights offer a significantly faster travel experience between these two cities.

How often do Vienna to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Vienna to Istanbul route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. The route is classified as one with frequent price fluctuations, indicating a dynamic pricing environment. This pattern has been observed consistently across the trailing 30 days.

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Vienna to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Istanbul

The journey from Vienna to Istanbul covers a distance of 1224 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Vienna to Istanbul, fares typically range from $140–$266, with a median price of $176. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and about 4% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Istanbul, the data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $120. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $135, and August presents a median fare of $143, making these months generally more budget-friendly for your trip.

When considering direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul, 55.7% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This indicates a mixed availability, where a meaningful share are non-stop, and the remaining itineraries typically include one connection.

A typical journey from Vienna to Istanbul takes approximately 4h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a comprehensive estimate for your travel time.

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Istanbul

Regular price: €115 - €242

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

The regular price range for flights from Vienna to Istanbul is 115 EUR to 242 EUR. The current lowest deal is 100 EUR with Valuair for travel from Sep 23-Sep 24.

now 100 €

Low 115 €

High 242 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Istanbul is September, with a median price of 120 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 333 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from 120 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 333 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

174 €

106 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

135 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

132 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

130 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

138 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

149 €

109 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 25

235 € → 145 €

38%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

234 € → 150 €

36%

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

234 € → 151 €

36%

5 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 30

232 € → 151 €

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Vienna - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to Istanbul are near the typical level at $176.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Istanbul, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 10m direct

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul typically take 4 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting options

55.7% of recent flights from Vienna to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Vienna to Istanbul are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€106

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is an alternative arrival airport for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€111

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€125

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, booking flights from Vienna to Istanbul between 14 and 27 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, typically around $162. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 28 to 59 days out, with an average of $439. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $223, which is higher than the optimal window. For the best value, travelers should aim to book within the two to four-week window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Vienna to Istanbul has been around $140. The median price for this route was $176. Fares above $266 were typically in the higher price range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should look for prices at or below $140.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Istanbul, with a median price of $120. April also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $135. The annual median price for this route was $176, indicating that these months offer significant savings. While August was listed as a cheap month with a median of $143, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability.

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Vienna to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Istanbul

Regular price: €115 - €242

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

The regular price range for flights from Vienna to Istanbul is 115 EUR to 242 EUR. The current lowest deal is 100 EUR with Valuair for travel from Sep 23-Sep 24.

now 100 €

Low 115 €

High 242 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

September

Cheapest

Flights from 120 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 333 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

174 €

106 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

135 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

132 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

130 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

138 €

108 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Istanbul

Vienna (VIE) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

149 €

109 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 25

235 € → 145 €

38%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

234 € → 150 €

36%

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

234 € → 151 €

36%

5 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 30

232 € → 151 €

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Vienna - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to Istanbul are near the typical level at $176.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Istanbul, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 10m direct

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul typically take 4 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting options

55.7% of recent flights from Vienna to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Vienna to Istanbul are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€106

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is an alternative arrival airport for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€111

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

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

Istanbul, Turkey

75% AI deal score

$961

$679

Save $282

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Vienna to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Vienna to Istanbul

Vienna to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Vienna - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Typically 4h 10m direct

Mixed direct and connecting options

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Vienna 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

Dec 09

Oct 24

Dec 09

Dec 12

Nov 28

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Dec 09

Dec 09

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vienna to Istanbul?

What's a cheap fare from Vienna to Istanbul?

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

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

How long is the flight from Vienna to Istanbul?

How often do Vienna to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Vienna

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Vienna to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Direct flights from Vienna to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Istanbul

Vienna - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Typically 4h 10m direct

Mixed direct and connecting options

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Vienna 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

Dec 09

Oct 24

Dec 09

Dec 12

Nov 28

Dec 28

Dec 09

Dec 09

Dec 07

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Nov 07

Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vienna to Istanbul?

What's a cheap fare from Vienna to Istanbul?

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