What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Istanbul?

United Airlines and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Istanbul

How many flights depart from Houston to Istanbul on average per day?

The number of flights available between Houston and Istanbul is 4 per day as of November 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00PM, with 72% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, KLM and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Houston according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 79% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Houston to Istanbul on average per week?

As of November 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Houston to Istanbul. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Houston to Istanbul were last updated today.

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

There are 7 operators available for flights from Houston to Istanbul as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Istanbul.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:20 pm - 9:50 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

19h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:00 am - 1:35 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

15h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$755Lufthansa

Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, May 4

4:10 pm - 10:45 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

21h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:05 pm - 3:00 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

27h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$755Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24

6:50 pm - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

14h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 6:15 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

20h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$756United Airlines

Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19

3:40 pm - 9:50 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

22h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:00 am - 1:35 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

15h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$757United Airlines

Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, May 4

4:10 pm - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:05 pm - 6:40 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

32h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl

$759Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 17

4:46 pm - 1:05 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

23h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

8:15 am - 12:17 amIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

24h 02m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$760British Airways

Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 30

11:42 am - 5:50 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

21h 08m2 stops Philadelphia London Heathrow

7:40 am - 9:38 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

22h 58m2 stops London Heathrow Philadelphia

$760British Airways

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16

6:10 pm - 1:05 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

34h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main

5:55 pm - 1:35 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

27h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$762Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 19

7:10 pm - 5:55 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

13h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:15 am - 4:50 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$811KLM

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Feb 2

7:10 pm - 5:55 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

13h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:15 am - 4:50 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$816KLM

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26

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5:35 pm - 6:40 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

40h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:10 pm - 3:15 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$859Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 24

5:35 pm - 6:40 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

40h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:50 pm - 3:15 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$861Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 23

4:10 pm - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$959Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 24

4:10 pm - 10:45 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

21h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$963United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 3

4:10 pm - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$963United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Dec 3

3:50 pm - 12:25 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

23h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

3:00 pm - 2:05 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

32h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

$967British Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 2

9:40 pm - 1:05 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

18h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

6:50 pm - 2:05 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

28h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

$967British Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Dec 2

5:05 pm - 10:45 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

44h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$974Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 24

11:50 am - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

21h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 5:18 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

43h 48m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl

$974Air Canada

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 3

4:27 pm - 5:55 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul

16h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:15 am - 4:50 pmIST Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$991Air France

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 24

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Lufthansa flights from Houston to Istanbul

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Lufthansa

Mar 10

IAH4:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

21h 35m

1 stop

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Mar 24

IST7:05 pmIstanbul

27h 55m

1 stop

IAH3:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$755

Lufthansa

Apr 6

IAH6:20 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

19h 30m

2 stops

IST9:50 pmIstanbul

May 4

IST6:00 amIstanbul

18h 59m

2 stops

IAH4:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$759

Lufthansa

May 1

IAH6:20 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

34h 45m

2 stops

IST1:05 pmIstanbul

May 11

IST6:00 amIstanbul

19h 15m

2 stops

IAH5:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$765

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KLM

Jan 12

IAH7:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

13h 45m

1 stop

IST5:55 pmIstanbul

Jan 26

IST7:15 amIstanbul

18h 35m

1 stop

IAH4:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$816

KLM

Dec 2

IAH3:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

21h 00m

1 stop

SAW9:25 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Dec 8

SAW12:55 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

33h 15m

1 stop

IAH1:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$820

KLM

Dec 2

IAH11:34 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

20h 56m

2 stops

SAW5:30 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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SAW12:55 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

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Tue 4/6

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2 stops19h 30m

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Tue 5/4

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$755

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

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4:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 35m

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Wed 3/24

7:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$755

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

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6:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Istanbul

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6:30 am-6:15 pm

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$756

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

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6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$757

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/3

4:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 2/17

7:05 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$759

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/9

4:46 pm-1:05 am

2 stops23h 19m

Istanbul

Tue 3/30

8:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops24h 02m

$760

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/2

11:42 am-5:50 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Istanbul

Tue 2/16

7:40 am-9:38 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$760

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/5

6:10 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops34h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 4/19

5:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$762

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/2

7:10 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 2/2

7:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$811

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - IST Istanbul

IAHIST

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/12

7:10 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 1/26

7:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$816

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $728 to $1,060.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $755.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $827. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $849.

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 in the afternoon. Flights from Houston to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $977. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,195 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Houston at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Houston to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,058 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Houston for as low as $925 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston 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	$343
Fastest flight time	11h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Houston in the past 72 hours is $343. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $755.

The fastest flight from Houston to Istanbul takes 11h 50m

Direct flights go from Houston to Istanbul every day.

There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From Houston there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

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How far is Houston to Istanbul by plane?
The straight-line distance from Houston to Istanbul is 6386.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 11h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from Houston to Istanbul were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Istanbul?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Houston to Istanbul as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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British Airways	PriceFrom $364	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,287 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,474 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $505	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,702 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $512	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,297 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,467 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $723	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,594 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $725	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,709 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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