Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 1, 2026
2 stops
16h 5m KEF
ARN
Return – Dec 9, 2026
2 stops
17h 35m ARN
KEF
$748
2 days ago
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Nov 30, 2026
direct
10h 25m Return – Dec 9, 2026
direct
11h 25m $727
2 days ago
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Jan 21, 2027
direct
10h 50m Return – Jan 27, 2027
direct
11h 25m $773
2 days ago
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
direct
9h 25m Return – Nov 18, 2026
direct
11h 25m $772
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$692
Average price of a round trip
$843
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
10h32
A flight from Chicago to Istanbul takes on average 10h32.
Best time
April
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Istanbul is April.
The best flight deals for a week
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Jan 20, 2027
direct
10h 25m Return – Jan 27, 2027
direct
11h 45m $781
2 days ago
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Jan 21, 2027
1 stop
15h 20m LHR
Return – Jan 27, 2027
1 stop
15h 5m LHR
$777
2 days ago
Chicago – Istanbul
Outbound – Jan 21, 2027
direct
10h 50m Return – Jan 27, 2027
direct
11h 25m $773
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Istanbul
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Istanbul (Turkey) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is March, with an average flight ticket price of $678 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 32 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Icelandair. A ticket from the airline Icelandair to Istanbul costs on average $735.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Istanbul
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $692 to $1010
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $843
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of March
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 12°C, with a minimum of 8°C and a maximum of 17°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Istanbul, Turkey
airports :
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
local time :
Istanbul is in the country Turkey, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Istanbul, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 14°C and a maximum of 17°C.
The city of Istanbul (IST) has 2 airport(s): Istanbul and Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen
Useful info about Istanbul
What is the least touristic period to go to Istanbul?
If you want to visit Istanbul during the least touristic period, choose the month of April.
What is the most popular time to travel to Istanbul?
In Istanbul, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Istanbul?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 32 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 11% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Istanbul is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Istanbul?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Istanbul or Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Istanbul?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Istanbul?
In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in Istanbul and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 26 mm in Istanbul and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Istanbul and it rains less in Istanbul. In winter, it is colder in Istanbul and it rains more in Istanbul.
