Cheap flights from Detroit to Istanbul from $401

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 3:40 am
DTW
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IST
28h 50m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 10:30 pm
IST
-
DTW
25h 00m
3 stops
$1,041Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 21
Lufthansa Logo
4:00 pm - 9:15 pm
DTW
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IST
22h 15m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
7:05 pm - 3:15 pm
IST
-
DTW
27h 10m
1 stop
$1,042Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31
KLM Logo
6:45 pm - 4:20 pm
DTW
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IST
14h 35m
2 stops
KLM Logo
5:20 pm - 1:25 pm
IST
-
DTW
27h 05m
1 stop
$1,043KLM
Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Lufthansa Logo
7:11 pm - 2:05 am
DTW
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IST
23h 54m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:45 am - 6:23 pm
IST
-
DTW
44h 38m
2 stops
$1,044Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Nov 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 2:00 pm
DTW
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IST
10h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 6:45 pm
IST
-
DTW
10h 50mnonstop
$1,045Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 18
KLM Logo
6:45 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SAW
15h 20m
2 stops
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 8:04 pm
SAW
-
DTW
18h 14m
2 stops
$1,045KLM
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 11:55 am
DTW
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IST
40h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 5:40 am
IST
-
DTW
40h 35m
2 stops
$1,046Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21
KLM Logo
4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SAW
17h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 11:35 am
SAW
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DTW
33h 45m
1 stop
$1,046KLM
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 9:50 pm
DTW
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SAW
28h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 6:10 pm
SAW
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DTW
31h 15m
3 stops
$1,047Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19
Qatar Airways Logo
1:30 pm - 12:10 pm
DTW
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SAW
39h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:40 pm - 8:06 pm
SAW
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DTW
38h 26m
2 stops
$1,051Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 8

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Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Istanbul

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Turkish Airlines
Sep 9
DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 10m
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
Sep 18
IST2:55 pmIstanbul
10h 50m
DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,045
Turkish Airlines
Oct 11
DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 10m
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
Oct 31
IST2:50 pmIstanbul
11h 10m
DTW7:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,059
Turkish Airlines
Sep 15
DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 10m
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
Sep 22
IST2:55 pmIstanbul
10h 50m
DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,060

Lufthansa flights from Detroit to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Detroit to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
Oct 13
DTW4:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 15m
1 stop
IST9:15 pmIstanbul
Oct 31
IST7:05 pmIstanbul
27h 10m
1 stop
DTW3:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,042
Lufthansa
Oct 9
DTW7:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 54m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
Nov 1
IST4:45 amIstanbul
44h 38m
2 stops
DTW6:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,044
Lufthansa
Oct 8
DTW4:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 55m
1 stop
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
Nov 1
IST4:45 amIstanbul
44h 38m
2 stops
DTW6:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,050

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DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/29

3:50 pm-3:40 am

2 stops28h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 10/21

4:30 am-10:30 pm

3 stops25h 00m

$1,041

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/13

4:00 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 10/31

7:05 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,042

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/24

6:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 9/27

5:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,043

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/9

7:11 pm-2:05 am

2 stops23h 54m

Istanbul

Sun 11/1

4:45 am-6:23 pm

2 stops44h 38m

$1,044
Quickest round-trip

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

8:50 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 9/18

2:55 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$1,045

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

6:45 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops15h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 8/31

8:50 am-8:04 pm

2 stops18h 14m

$1,045

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/30

12:10 pm-11:55 am

2 stops40h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 10/21

8:05 pm-5:40 am

2 stops40h 35m

$1,046

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/5

4:35 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/13

8:50 am-11:35 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,046

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/11

10:15 am-9:50 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 8/19

5:55 pm-6:10 pm

3 stops31h 15m

$1,047

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/30

1:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/8

1:40 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops38h 26m

$1,051

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $168. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of August, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $385.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $935. 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 $1,081.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $943 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Detroit for as low as $817 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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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Fastest flight time

9h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from Detroit to Istanbul takes 9h 10m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From Detroit there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Istanbul

  • How far is Detroit to Istanbul by plane?

    There are 5283.8 mi between Detroit and Istanbul. By plane, this route typically takes 9h 10m.

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Istanbul.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Istanbul

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IcelandairPriceFrom $376Free CancellationRating
7.0
694 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $518Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,109 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $543Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,453 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $600Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,532 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $646Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,430 reviews
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