Latest deals
Insights
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Detroit to Istanbul from $321

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Istanbul departing on 10/18. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Detroit to Istanbul

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
KLM Logo
4:30 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
-
SAW
17h 35m
1 stop
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 11:35 am
SAW
-
DTW
33h 45m
1 stop
$1,037KLM
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 2:00 pm
DTW
-
IST
10h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 7:00 pm
IST
-
DTW
11h 10mnonstop
$1,039Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29
KLM Logo
6:45 pm - 4:20 pm
DTW
-
IST
14h 35m
2 stops
KLM Logo
5:20 pm - 11:35 am
IST
-
DTW
25h 15m
1 stop
$1,040KLM
Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 4:55 pm
DTW
-
IST
14h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:05 pm
IST
-
DTW
19h 50m
1 stop
$1,041Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 3:40 am
DTW
-
IST
29h 41m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 6:52 pm
IST
-
DTW
21h 22m
3 stops
$1,042Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 16
KLM Logo
4:35 pm - 9:00 pm
DTW
-
SAW
21h 25m
1 stop
KLM Logo
3:55 pm - 5:54 pm
SAW
-
DTW
33h 59m
1 stop
$1,042KLM
Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Dec 23
KLM Logo
6:45 pm - 4:20 pm
DTW
-
IST
14h 35m
2 stops
KLM Logo
5:20 pm - 5:15 pm
IST
-
DTW
30h 55m
1 stop
$1,043KLM
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 2:35 pm
DTW
-
IST
21h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 5:20 pm
IST
-
DTW
38h 55m
3 stops
$1,044Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 13
British Airways Logo
1:06 pm - 12:20 am
DTW
-
IST
28h 14m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
7:55 pm - 8:20 pm
IST
-
DTW
31h 25m
2 stops
$1,045British Airways
Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 25
Lufthansa Logo
5:59 pm - 9:35 pm
DTW
-
IST
44h 36m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
7:05 pm - 2:15 pm
IST
-
DTW
27h 10m
1 stop
$1,046Lufthansa
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Dec 22

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Istanbul

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Detroit to Istanbul flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Oct 20
DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 10m
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
Oct 29
IST2:50 pmIstanbul
11h 10m
DTW7:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,039
Turkish Airlines
Nov 7
DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 10m
IST2:15 pmIstanbul
Nov 20
IST2:50 pmIstanbul
11h 10m
DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,056
Turkish Airlines
Nov 6
DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 10m
IST2:15 pmIstanbul
Nov 18
IST2:50 pmIstanbul
11h 10m
DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,069

Lufthansa flights from Detroit to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Detroit to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
Aug 15
DTW5:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
44h 36m
2 stops
IST9:35 pmIstanbul
Dec 22
IST7:05 pmIstanbul
27h 10m
1 stop
DTW2:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,046
Lufthansa
Aug 9
DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 20m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
Aug 26
IST3:45 amIstanbul
17h 10m
2 stops
DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,050
Lufthansa
Aug 21
DTW4:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 55m
1 stop
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
Dec 21
IST4:45 amIstanbul
17h 30m
2 stops
DTW2:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,054

momondo Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/11

4:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/22

8:50 am-11:35 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,037
Quickest round-trip

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/20

8:50 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 10/29

2:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$1,039

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

6:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 9/1

5:20 pm-11:35 am

1 stop25h 15m

$1,040

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/27

7:15 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 11/1

7:15 am-8:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$1,041

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/4

2:59 pm-3:40 am

2 stops29h 41m

Istanbul

Wed 9/16

4:30 am-6:52 pm

3 stops21h 22m

$1,042

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - SAW

DTWSAW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/13

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/23

3:55 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop33h 59m

$1,042

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

6:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 9/13

5:20 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,043

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

10:15 am-2:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 9/13

9:25 am-5:20 pm

3 stops38h 55m

$1,044

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/14

1:06 pm-12:20 am

2 stops28h 14m

Istanbul

Tue 8/25

7:55 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,045

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/15

5:59 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops44h 36m

Istanbul

Tue 12/22

7:05 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,046

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Istanbul from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Istanbul

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 $932. 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 $1,073.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul for the best Detroit - Istanbul flight prices

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 $948 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 $848 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

Cheap Detroit to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Istanbul

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).
Search flight deals

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.

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

  • 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Istanbul with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
IcelandairPriceFrom $376Free CancellationRating
7.0
690 reviews
Search Icelandair flights
LufthansaPriceFrom $518Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,095 reviews
Search Lufthansa flights
DeltaPriceFrom $543Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,440 reviews
Search Delta flights
KLMPriceFrom $600Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,530 reviews
Search KLM flights
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,419 reviews
Search Turkish Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to Istanbul?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Detroit to Istanbul for you.

Can I find flights from Detroit to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Istanbul from Detroit which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Istanbul?

Once all potential Detroit to Istanbul flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Istanbul, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Istanbul from Detroit and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your Istanbul trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Sat 7/25
Sat 8/1
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Turkey

Fly into one of these airports located in Istanbul

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 20.9 mi from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport