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Cheap flights from Chicago to Istanbul from $273

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Icelandair Logo
10:15 pm - 11:55 pmORD-IST
17h 40m1 stop
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12:25 pm - 9:15 pmIST-ORD
16h 50m1 stop
$604Icelandair
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Sat, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 11
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6:30 pm - 11:55 pmORD-IST
20h 25m1 stop
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12:25 pm - 5:20 pmIST-ORD
13h 55m1 stop
$610Icelandair
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Sat, Dec 13 - Fri, Jan 23
Icelandair Logo
6:30 pm - 11:55 pmORD-IST
20h 25m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
12:25 pm - 5:20 pmIST-ORD
13h 55m1 stop
$615Icelandair
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Wed, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 12
Lufthansa Logo
4:00 pm - 1:05 pmORD-IST
13h 05m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 pm - 12:55 pmIST-ORD
27h 00m1 stop
$696Lufthansa
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Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 21
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1:55 pm - 6:15 amORD-IST
32h 20m1 stop
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7:30 am - 8:45 amIST-ORD
33h 15m1 stop
$747Etihad Airways
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Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 14
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:15 amORD-IST
32h 20m1 stop
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2:10 pm - 8:45 amIST-ORD
26h 35m1 stop
$749Etihad Airways
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Mon, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 2
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4:00 pm - 10:45 pmORD-IST
21h 45m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 1:10 pmIST-ORD
15h 40m1 stop
$771Lufthansa
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 9
Delta Logo
1:08 pm - 3:25 amMDW-IST
30h 17m2 stops
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5:10 am - 6:36 pmIST-MDW
22h 26m2 stops
$815Delta
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Sun, Sep 21 - Tue, Nov 4
British Airways Logo
9:45 pm - 2:45 pmORD-SAW
32h 00m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 1:55 pmSAW-ORD
31h 05m1 stop
$852British Airways
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Mon, Nov 10 - Wed, Dec 3
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9:35 am - 4:20 pmMDW-IST
22h 45m2 stops
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5:10 am - 6:07 pmIST-MDW
21h 57m2 stops
$908Delta
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Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Nov 5

Delta flights from Chicago to Istanbul

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Istanbul flight tickets
Delta
Sep 21
MDW1:08 pmChicago Midway
30h 17m
2 stops
IST3:25 amIstanbul
Nov 4
IST5:10 amIstanbul
22h 26m
2 stops
MDW6:36 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Sep 22
MDW9:35 amChicago Midway
22h 45m
2 stops
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
Nov 5
IST5:10 amIstanbul
21h 57m
2 stops
MDW6:07 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Aug 18
MDW6:42 pmChicago Midway
24h 43m
2 stops
IST3:25 amIstanbul
Aug 26
IST5:05 pmIstanbul
33h 32m
2 stops
MDW6:37 pmChicago Midway

LOT flights from Chicago to Istanbul

Our best LOT deals on Chicago to Istanbul flight tickets
LOT
Jul 6
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 10m
1 stop
IST11:50 pmIstanbul
Aug 18
IST5:30 pmIstanbul
29h 40m
1 stop
ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
LOT
Jul 13
ORD2:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
IST4:40 pmIstanbul
Aug 21
IST1:55 pmIstanbul
13h 45m
1 stop
ORD7:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
LOT
Jul 13
ORD2:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 00m
1 stop
IST1:05 pmIstanbul
Aug 19
IST11:25 amIstanbul
35h 45m
1 stop
ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $917. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $933.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Istanbul is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $930. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Friday is $1,040.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is at noon. Flights from Chicago to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $682. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,032 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Chicago in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Istanbul for the best Chicago - Istanbul flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,062 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Chicago for as low as $916 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found

$273

Fastest flight time

10h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $273. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $604.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Istanbul takes 10h 20m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

  • How far is Chicago to Istanbul by plane?

    Chicago and Istanbul are 5471.3 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Istanbul?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Istanbul?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul

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Air SerbiaPriceFrom $382Free CancellationRating
6.3
197 reviews
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IcelandairPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
7.0
513 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $621Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,884 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $683Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,088 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $700Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $704Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,081 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $711Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,973 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $721Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,222 reviews
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Royal JordanianPriceFrom $722Free CancellationRating
6.8
406 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $777Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,200 reviews
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