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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Florence Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £194. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.
Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.
Istanbul.£77 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Florence on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £77, select.
Istanbul.£81 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Florence on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.
Istanbul.£82 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £82, select.
Istanbul.£84 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £84, select.
Istanbul.£86 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Florence on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £86, select.
Istanbul.£98 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Florence on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £98, select.
Istanbul.£100 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
Istanbul.£161 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Florence on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £161, select.
Istanbul.£194 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Florence on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £194, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Florence to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Florence to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from £82
May
from £86
Jun
from £70
Jul
from £98
Aug
from £77
Sep
from £81
Oct
from £84
Nov
from £70
Dec
from £100
Jan
from £161
Feb
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Mar
from £194

Alternative Florence to Istanbul routes

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

Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul
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from £82
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Istanbul

21 miles from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from £70
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Florence to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£70
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Florence 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 Florence to Istanbul is £158. 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 Florence to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £158.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Florence to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Florence to Istanbul is usually August.
If you're flying from Florence 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 £158.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Florence Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 21 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Florence 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, Air Serbia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Florence Peretola Airport is located in Florence. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Florence.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your FLR to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from FLR to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • The journey from central Florence to FLR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near FLR:

  • Of all flights departing from Florence Peretola Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Istanbul

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul flight is £70. The cheapest price for a return flight is £158. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from FLR to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from FLR to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Find an affordable flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from FLR to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kms (30 miles) from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your FLR to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from FLR to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kms (220 miles) away to the east, its top attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Around 322 kms (200 miles) southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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