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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $721 to $1,186. The lowest price recently found on this route was $514.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 20m.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Raleigh according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 3

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 Raleigh to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,090. 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 $1,195.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Raleigh to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 52% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,097. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Raleigh because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,297.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $725. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Raleigh, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $733.

Question 8

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 Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,001 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Raleigh for as low as $698 on momondo.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $721 to $1,186.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $514.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 15m.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $493.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Raleigh to Istanbul Airport flight.

Question 15

How often are flights from Raleigh to Istanbul delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Raleigh and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Istanbul Airport is 11 as of December 2025.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

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

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Raleigh to Istanbul Airport flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Raleigh to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 52% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Raleigh to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Raleigh and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $493.

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

Flights connecting via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 15m.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 20m.

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