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

Air Canada, United Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Kentucky to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Lufthansa, British Airways and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Kentucky according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 17h to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul if you fly out of Louisville (the most popular airport in Kentucky) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of Lexington and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 19h 55m.

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

Prices for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul refresh daily.

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

There are 9 operators available for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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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6:25 pm - 5:30 pmBNA-IST

14h 05m1 stop

6:40 pm - 4:15 pmIST-BNA

30h 35m1 stop

$621British Airways

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17

8:50 pm - 1:55 pmCVG-IST

33h 05m1 stop

7:35 am - 6:55 pmIST-CVG

19h 20m1 stop

$621British Airways

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2:25 pm - 5:25 amBNA-IST

30h 00m2 stops

9:25 pm - 3:05 pmIST-BNA

50h 40m2 stops

$622Air Canada

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2:25 pm - 2:55 amBNA-IST

27h 30m2 stops

9:25 pm - 3:05 pmIST-BNA

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5:55 pm - 3:50 amCVG-IST

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18h 25m1 stop

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11:15 am - 6:05 pmCVG-IST

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6:30 am - 6:00 pmIST-CVG

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5:55 pm - 3:50 amCVG-IST

25h 55m2 stops

4:50 am - 5:13 pmIST-CVG

20h 23m2 stops

$636Delta

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4:00 pm - 10:45 pmCVG-IST

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9:25 pm - 6:00 pmIST-CVG

28h 35m2 stops

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Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Mar 1

1:59 pm - 6:05 pmLEX-IST

20h 06m2 stops

6:30 am - 11:44 pmIST-LEX

25h 14m2 stops

$1,056United Airlines

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Turkish Airlines flights from Kentucky to Istanbul

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Nov 1

BNA9:45 amNashville Intl

19h 40m

1 stop

IST1:25 pmIstanbul

Nov 7

IST7:30 pmIstanbul

34h 38m

1 stop

BNA9:08 pmNashville Intl

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Sep 17

BNA10:45 amNashville Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

Sep 24

IST7:15 amIstanbul

22h 22m

1 stop

BNA9:37 pmNashville Intl

$834

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Oct 3

BNA7:35 pmNashville Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

Oct 12

IST6:45 pmIstanbul

34h 53m

1 stop

BNA9:38 pmNashville Intl

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Air Canada

Nov 10

BNA2:25 pmNashville Intl

30h 00m

2 stops

IST5:25 amIstanbul

Nov 17

IST9:25 pmIstanbul

50h 40m

2 stops

BNA3:05 pmNashville Intl

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Nov 10

BNA2:25 pmNashville Intl

27h 30m

2 stops

IST2:55 amIstanbul

Nov 17

IST9:25 pmIstanbul

50h 40m

2 stops

BNA3:05 pmNashville Intl

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Dec 1

CVG6:40 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

24h 15m

2 stops

IST2:55 amIstanbul

Dec 7

IST8:00 pmIstanbul

54h 00m

2 stops

CVG6:00 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

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1 stop14h 05m

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8:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

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1 stop19h 20m

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Nashville Intl

Mon 11/10

2:25 pm-5:25 am

2 stops30h 00m

Istanbul

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2 stops50h 40m

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BNAIST

Nashville Intl

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2:25 pm-2:55 am

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9:25 pm-3:05 pm

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Mon 11/17

5:55 pm-3:50 am

2 stops25h 55m

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$626

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Mon 11/17

2:56 pm-5:55 pm

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2 stops19h 30m

$633

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11:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul

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6:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops19h 30m

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CVGIST

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Mon 11/17

5:55 pm-3:50 am

2 stops25h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

4:50 am-5:13 pm

2 stops20h 23m

$636

CincinnatiIstanbul

CVG - IST

CVGIST

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Sun 2/1

4:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 3/1

9:25 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$685

LexingtonIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

1:59 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 06m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$1,056

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Kentucky to Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $747. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $836.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Kentucky to Istanbul is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $971. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Thursday is $1,302.

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 Kentucky to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,073. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,303 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Kentucky at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Kentucky when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,123 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Kentucky for as low as $639 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$248
Fastest flight time	13h 25m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Kentucky in the past 72 hours is $248. The best round-trip flight deal from Kentucky to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $621.

The fastest flight from Kentucky to Istanbul takes 13h 25m

There are no direct flights from Kentucky to Istanbul. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Nashville Intl Airport - Istanbul Airport, Nashville Intl Airport - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport - Istanbul Airport.

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Kentucky to Istanbul as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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 $666	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,251 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $687	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $716	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $763	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $840	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,289 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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Flights from Kentucky to Istanbul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Kentucky 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 cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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

The cheapest day to depart from Kentucky to Istanbul is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $971. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Thursday is $1,302.

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

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

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

Air Canada, United Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Kentucky to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 17h to fly from Kentucky to Istanbul if you fly out of Louisville (the most popular airport in Kentucky) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of Lexington and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 19h 55m.

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

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

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

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