Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Paris to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $471. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $640.

Question 2

What is the cheapest Paris to Istanbul flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Paris Orly to Istanbul for the best Paris - Istanbul flight prices

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Paris to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $197. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Paris, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $202.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Paris to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 7

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Paris to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Krakow (KRK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $328.

Question 8

How have Paris to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Paris to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Paris when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $340 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Paris for as low as $310 on momondo.

Question 10

Can stopping save me money on Paris to Istanbul Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Paris to Istanbul Airport.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Transavia France is the most popular carrier operating from Paris to Istanbul

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $174 to $238.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $159.

Question 13

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Paris to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 30m.

Question 14

How often are flights from Paris to Istanbul delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Paris and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

Question 15

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, Ajet and Transavia France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Paris according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 16

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Paris and Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Krakow (KRK) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 17

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Paris to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 28m.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 154 flights take off from Paris and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 19

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Paris to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Transavia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $530. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Paris because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $734.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

22 flights are operational daily from Paris to Istanbul Airport as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Paris to Istanbul Airport.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from Paris to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Paris to Istanbul Airport.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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