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Flight deals from Zayed International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zayed International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Istanbul.C$357 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 29, returning Tue, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departing from Zayed International on Thu, May 29, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Jun 3, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$357, select.
Istanbul.C$368 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 5, returning Sat, May 10.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zayed International on Mon, May 5, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Sat, May 10, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$368, select.
Istanbul.C$372 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 18, returning Wed, May 28.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zayed International on Fri, Apr 18, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Wed, May 28, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$372, select.
Istanbul.C$377 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 14, returning Fri, Jun 20.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departing from Zayed International on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Fri, Jun 20, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$377, select.
Istanbul.C$389 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 19, returning Thu, Apr 24.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zayed International on Sat, Apr 19, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Thu, Apr 24, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$389, select.
Istanbul.C$392 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 21, returning Mon, Jul 28.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departing from Zayed International on Mon, Jul 21, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Mon, Jul 28, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$392, select.
Istanbul.C$397 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 28, returning Fri, Aug 22.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departing from Zayed International on Sat, Jun 28, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Fri, Aug 22, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$397, select.
Istanbul.C$397 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 28, returning Wed, Jul 9.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departing from Zayed International on Sat, Jun 28, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Wed, Jul 9, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$397, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$389
May
from C$368
Jun
from C$377
Jul
from C$392
Aug
from C$413
Sep
from C$437
Oct
from C$513
Nov
from C$450
Dec
from C$655
Jan
from C$600
Feb
from C$518
Mar
from C$414

Direct flights from Zayed International to Istanbul

Zayed International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Abu Dhabi to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$357
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zayed International to Istanbul is C$357. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia fly direct from Zayed International to Istanbul.
There are 70 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Istanbul, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Istanbul is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Traveling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • 4 hours 55 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 1 hour behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start at 00:30 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 19:45 service with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 34 services every week from AUH to IST.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — plus maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AUH and IST include:

    • Kuwait International Airport

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

  • To find out whether you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AUH to IST.

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is C$169. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$357. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap flight tickets from AUH to IST, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from AUH to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.

  • Want an easy way to start to your break? Stay near AUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a wonderful stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from AUH to IST, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

  • There's more than one way to get to Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is an alternative. Look into the fares and schedules available with this international airport.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Istanbul stay.

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