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

Lufthansa, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Minnesota to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Delta, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Minnesota according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 16h 45m to fly from Minnesota to Istanbul if you fly out of Minneapolis (the most popular airport in Minnesota) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of Duluth and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 22h 39m.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Minnesota to Istanbul is 9 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.

$238 Cheap Flights from Minnesota to Istanbul in 2025/26

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

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

Trusted and free

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

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Minnesota to Istanbul

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

6:05 pm - 3:50 amMSP-IST

48h 45m2 stops

4:50 am - 1:15 pmIST-MSP

17h 25m1 stop

$588Delta

Find Deal

Sun, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 24

1:23 pm - 3:50 amMSP-IST

29h 27m2 stops

4:50 am - 1:15 pmIST-MSP

17h 25m1 stop

$590Delta

Find Deal

Fri, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 21

6:25 pm - 7:30 pmMSP-SAW

16h 05m2 stops

8:30 am - 5:25 pmSAW-MSP

17h 55m2 stops

$592Multiple Airlines

Find Deal

Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 7

6:25 pm - 6:55 pmMSP-SAW

15h 30m2 stops

8:50 am - 5:25 pmSAW-MSP

17h 35m2 stops

$597Multiple Airlines

Find Deal

Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16

6:52 am - 5:25 pmFAR-IST

25h 33m2 stops

6:40 pm - 6:43 pmIST-FAR

33h 03m2 stops

$600British Airways

Find Deal

Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

4:54 pm - 10:45 pmMSP-IST

44h 51m2 stops

7:00 pm - 9:38 pmIST-MSP

35h 38m2 stops

$603Lufthansa

Find Deal

Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

1:20 pm - 4:55 pmMSP-IST

18h 35m2 stops

5:55 pm - 2:30 pmIST-MSP

29h 35m1 stop

$604KLM

Find Deal

Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

1:15 pm - 4:55 pmMSP-IST

18h 40m2 stops

5:55 pm - 2:30 pmIST-MSP

29h 35m1 stop

$610KLM

Find Deal

Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 23

5:18 pm - 6:05 pmMSP-IST

39h 47m2 stops

6:30 am - 5:21 pmIST-MSP

19h 51m2 stops

$687Lufthansa

Find Deal

Sat, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 22

7:00 am - 5:25 pmFAR-IST

25h 25m2 stops

2:35 pm - 11:53 amIST-FAR

54h 18m2 stops

$811British Airways

Find Deal

Sat, Nov 29 - Thu, Jan 8

British Airways flights from Minnesota to Istanbul

Our best British Airways deals on Minnesota to Istanbul flight tickets

British Airways

Dec 6

FAR6:52 amFargo Hector Field

25h 33m

2 stops

IST5:25 pmIstanbul

Dec 13

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

33h 03m

2 stops

FAR6:43 pmFargo Hector Field

$600

Find similar

British Airways

Nov 29

FAR7:00 amFargo Hector Field

25h 25m

2 stops

IST5:25 pmIstanbul

Jan 8

IST2:35 pmIstanbul

54h 18m

2 stops

FAR11:53 amFargo Hector Field

$811

Find similar

British Airways

Mar 21

FAR12:30 pmFargo Hector Field

41h 50m

2 stops

IST2:20 pmIstanbul

Mar 28

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

35h 49m

2 stops

FAR10:29 pmFargo Hector Field

$1,095

Find similar

KLM flights from Minnesota to Istanbul

Our best KLM deals on Minnesota to Istanbul flight tickets

KLM

Dec 6

MSP1:20 pmMinneapolis St Paul

18h 35m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Dec 13

IST5:55 pmIstanbul

29h 35m

1 stop

MSP2:30 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$604

Find similar

KLM

Jan 13

MSP1:15 pmMinneapolis St Paul

18h 40m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Jan 23

IST5:55 pmIstanbul

29h 35m

1 stop

MSP2:30 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$610

Find similar

KLM

Dec 3

MSP1:20 pmMinneapolis St Paul

19h 05m

2 stops

SAW5:25 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Dec 13

SAW9:00 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

17h 38m

2 stops

MSP5:38 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$614

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/11

6:05 pm-3:50 am

2 stops48h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 1/24

4:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$588

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/9

1:23 pm-3:50 am

2 stops29h 27m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

4:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$590

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/1

6:25 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/7

8:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$592

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - SAW

MSPSAW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 11/12

6:25 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/16

8:50 am-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$597

FargoIstanbul

FAR - IST

FARIST

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 12/6

6:52 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 33m

Istanbul

Sat 12/13

6:40 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$600

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/6

4:54 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops44h 51m

Istanbul

Sat 12/13

7:00 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$603

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/6

1:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 12/13

5:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$604

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/13

1:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 1/23

5:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$610

MinneapolisIstanbul

MSP - IST

MSPIST

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/10

5:18 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops39h 47m

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-5:21 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$687

FargoIstanbul

FAR - IST

FARIST

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 11/29

7:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 1/8

2:35 pm-11:53 am

2 stops54h 18m

$811

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Minnesota 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

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Minnesota to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $801. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $833.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Minnesota to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,139. 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 $1,367.

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 Minnesota to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,143. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,363 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Minnesota in the morning 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 Minnesota when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,075 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Minnesota for as low as $716 on momondo.

Cheap Minnesota to Istanbul flight deals and tips

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

Direct flights	None

There are no direct flights from Minnesota to Istanbul. There are no popular flight routes from Minnesota to Istanbul.

Search flight deals

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minnesota to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from Minnesota to Istanbul were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minnesota to Istanbul?
The number of operators available for flights from Minnesota to Istanbul is 9 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Istanbul

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Minnesota to Istanbul with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Icelandair	PriceFrom $416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 561 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $626	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,467 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $636	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,028 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $667	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,404 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $730	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,991 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,514 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $805	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,346 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $809	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $993	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,022 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

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

It is quick and easy to find Minnesota to Istanbul flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Istanbul that suits you.

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

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

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

momondo helps you find the best flight between Minnesota and Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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

Yes. momondo can track prices for Minnesota to Istanbul flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.