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Flight deals from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £170. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£71 per passenger.Departing 2026-05-12.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-05-12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £71, select.
Istanbul.£78 per passenger.Departing 2026-06-09.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-06-09, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.
Istanbul.£83 per passenger.Departing 2026-04-27.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-04-27, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.
Istanbul.£89 per passenger.Departing 2026-08-05.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-08-05, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.
Istanbul.£90 per passenger.Departing 2026-09-01.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-09-01, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.
Istanbul.£90 per passenger.Departing 2026-07-02.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-07-02, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.
Istanbul.£94 per passenger.Departing 2027-01-13.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2027-01-13, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £94, select.
Istanbul.£111 per passenger.Departing 2026-10-01.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-10-01, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £111, select.
Istanbul.£135 per passenger.Departing 2026-11-08.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-11-08, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £135, select.
Istanbul.£137 per passenger.Departing 2027-03-03.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2027-03-03, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £137, select.
Istanbul.£555 per passenger.Departing 2026-12-01.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2026-12-01, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £555, select.
Istanbul.£906 per passenger.Departing 2027-02-01.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Ben Gurion Intl on 2027-02-01, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £906, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from £83
May
from £71
Jun
from £78
Jul
from £90
Aug
from £89
Sep
from £90
Oct
from £111
Nov
from £135
Dec
from £555
Jan
from £94
Feb
from £906
Mar
from £137

Alternative Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul
Closest
from £96
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Istanbul

21 miles from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from £71
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Tel Aviv to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£71
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul is £166. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £166.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Ben Gurion Intl to Istanbul is usually June.
If you're flying from Ben Gurion Intl Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 21.4 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £166.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ben Gurion Intl Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Tel Aviv.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your TLV to Istanbul flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • The journey from central Tel Aviv to TLV takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • Of the departures from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Istanbul

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul flight is £71. The cheapest price for a return flight is £166. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from TLV to Istanbul, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul ticket.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from TLV to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from TLV to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your TLV to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from TLV to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kms (220 miles) east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kms (200 miles) southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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