How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in India, such as Mumbai or New Delhi, and flying into Istanbul, then you can expect flight times to average 6h 55m and 7h 10m, respectively.

How often are flights from India to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 45% of flights between India and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

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

flynas, Kuwait Airways, and Azerbaijan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from India to Istanbul

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

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 45% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

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

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

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

Kuwait Airways, IndiGo and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from India according to our data. Kuwait Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

6 flights are operational daily from India to Istanbul as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 06:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 44 flights take off from India and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from India to Istanbul.

How old do you have to be to fly from India to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from India to Istanbul.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul 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. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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02:45 - 14:20

BOM

SAW

14h 05m

1 stop

15:20 - 08:25

SAW

BOM

14h 35m

1 stop

₹ 22,050Kuwait Airways

Sat, 6 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

02:45 - 12:45

BOM

IST

12h 30m

1 stop

14:10 - 08:05

IST

BOM

15h 25m

1 stop

₹ 22,050Kuwait Airways

Thu, 5 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

04:25 - 11:55

DEL

IST

10h 00m

1 stop

13:20 - 03:25

IST

DEL

11h 35m

1 stop

₹ 29,460Azerbaijan Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb

04:25 - 21:25

DEL

IST

19h 30m

1 stop

22:25 - 03:25

IST

DEL

26h 30m

1 stop

₹ 29,552Azerbaijan Airlines

Sun, 8 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb

16:45 - 11:20

BLR

IST

21h 05m

1 stop

20:00 - 01:55

IST

BLR

27h 25m

1 stop

₹ 31,290IndiGo

Thu, 5 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

16:10 - 11:20

BLR

IST

21h 40m

3 stops

20:00 - 13:05

IST

BLR

14h 35m

1 stop

₹ 36,414IndiGo

Thu, 5 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

04:20 - 23:30

HYD

SAW

21h 40m

1 stop

01:25 - 03:40

SAW

HYD

23h 45m

1 stop

₹ 41,629Air Arabia

Mon, 13 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

04:20 - 00:20

HYD

SAW

22h 30m

1 stop

00:20 - 03:40

SAW

HYD

24h 50m

1 stop

₹ 42,269Air Arabia

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

05:50 - 15:30

HYD

IST

12h 10m

1 stop

16:05 - 05:15

IST

HYD

10h 40m

1 stop

₹ 44,008Gulf Air

Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

05:50 - 04:55

HYD

IST

25h 35m

1 stop

05:45 - 05:15

IST

HYD

21h 00m

1 stop

₹ 44,099Gulf Air

Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

Oman Air flights from India to Istanbul

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Oman Air

21 Jun

BOM10:15Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

9h 40m

1 stop

IST17:25Istanbul

5 Jul

IST18:15Istanbul

12h 40m

1 stop

BOM09:25Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 31,839

Oman Air

17 Mar

BOM10:15Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

9h 45m

1 stop

IST17:30Istanbul

29 Apr

IST18:15Istanbul

16h 55m

1 stop

BOM13:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 32,388

Oman Air

9 May

BOM14:30Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

IST17:25Istanbul

12 May

IST18:15Istanbul

12h 40m

1 stop

BOM09:25Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 34,401

Kuwait Airways flights from India to Istanbul

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Kuwait Airways

5 Mar

BOM02:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 30m

1 stop

IST12:45Istanbul

13 Mar

IST14:10Istanbul

15h 25m

1 stop

BOM08:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 22,050

Kuwait Airways

4 Jul

BOM02:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

SAW14:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14 Jul

SAW15:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14h 35m

1 stop

BOM08:25Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 22,141

Kuwait Airways

4 Jul

BOM02:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

SAW14:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

13 Jul

SAW15:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

14h 35m

1 stop

BOM08:25Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 22,324

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MumbaiIstanbul

BOM - SAW

BOMSAW

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 6/6

02:45-14:20

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 13/6

15:20-08:25

1 stop14h 35m

₹ 22,050

MumbaiIstanbul

BOM - IST

BOMIST

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 5/3

02:45-12:45

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

14:10-08:05

1 stop15h 25m

₹ 22,050

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - IST

DELIST

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 7/2

04:25-11:55

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 17/2

13:20-03:25

1 stop11h 35m

₹ 29,460

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - IST

DELIST

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 8/2

04:25-21:25

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 17/2

22:25-03:25

1 stop26h 30m

₹ 29,552

BengaluruIstanbul

BLR - IST

BLRIST

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 5/2

16:45-11:20

1 stop21h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 18/2

20:00-01:55

1 stop27h 25m

₹ 31,290

BengaluruIstanbul

BLR - IST

BLRIST

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 5/2

16:10-11:20

3 stops21h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 18/2

20:00-13:05

1 stop14h 35m

₹ 36,414

HyderabadIstanbul

HYD - SAW

HYDSAW

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Mon 13/4

04:20-23:30

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 16/4

01:25-03:40

1 stop23h 45m

₹ 41,629

HyderabadIstanbul

HYD - SAW

HYDSAW

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Tue 21/4

04:20-00:20

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/4

00:20-03:40

1 stop24h 50m

₹ 42,269

HyderabadIstanbul

HYD - IST

HYDIST

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sat 28/3

05:50-15:30

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

16:05-05:15

1 stop10h 40m

₹ 44,008

HyderabadIstanbul

HYD - IST

HYDIST

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sat 28/3

05:50-04:55

1 stop25h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

05:45-05:15

1 stop21h 00m

₹ 44,099

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from India is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 29,003, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul in November, then you should wait until October to fly from India, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of ₹ 30,741.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as ₹ 69,163. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from India to Istanbul for around ₹ 73,278.

What is the cheapest India to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from India when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around ₹ 38,854 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from India for as low as ₹ 27,539 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	6h 55m
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The fastest flight from India to Istanbul takes 6h 55m

Direct flights go from India to Istanbul every day.

There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From India there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

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As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from India to Istanbul.
How old do you have to be to fly from India to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from India to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul 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. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Gulf Air	PriceFrom ₹ 8,859	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 223 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
flynas	PriceFrom ₹ 17,449	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 96 reviews	Search flynas flights
Azerbaijan Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 18,364	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Azerbaijan Airlines flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom ₹ 21,257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 55 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 21,563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 327 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 23,868	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 527 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Oman Air	PriceFrom ₹ 31,083	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 114 reviews	Search Oman Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 37,933	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,374 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 42,305	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,199 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 42,713	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,486 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as ₹ 69,163. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from India to Istanbul for around ₹ 73,278.

What is the cheapest India to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Istanbul for the best India - Istanbul flight prices

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

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

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

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

flynas, Kuwait Airways, and Azerbaijan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from India to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

How often are flights from India to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 45% of flights between India and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing 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?

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

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

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 45% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

6 flights are operational daily from India to Istanbul as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 06:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 44 flights take off from India and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in India, such as Mumbai or New Delhi, and flying into Istanbul, then you can expect flight times to average 6h 55m and 7h 10m, respectively.

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