£108 Cheap Flights from Warsaw (WARS) to Istanbul (ISTA)

Q: How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

Q: How much are return flights from Warsaw to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Warsaw to Istanbul is £108. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Warsaw to Istanbul?

2 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Warsaw to Istanbul.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Warsaw to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and LOT fly direct from Warsaw to Istanbul.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Warsaw to Istanbul?

As of April 2025, there are 90 flights per week flying from Warsaw to Istanbul.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Warsaw to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Warsaw to Istanbul is usually April 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Warsaw, 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 £108 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Warsaw to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Warsaw to Istanbul on Saturday, 24 May 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Warsaw to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 46 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Warsaw to Istanbul?

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Istanbul.£108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.

Istanbul.£119 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.

Istanbul.£120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £120, select.

Istanbul.£128 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Norwegian and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.

Istanbul.£133 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air and FLYONE.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with FLYONE, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £133, select.

Istanbul.£134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air and FLYONE.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with FLYONE, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £134, select.

Istanbul.£134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £134, select.

Istanbul.£144 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Warsaw Chopin on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Warsaw Chopin.Price includes taxes and charges.From £144, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Warsaw to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Warsaw to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£108
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	90

Finding cheap flights from Warsaw to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

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Travelling from Warsaw to Istanbul: what you need to know

There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Warsaw. Explore your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when reserving your flight from Warsaw to Istanbul.
When it comes to working out where to land in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the chief entry points.
The average length of a direct Warsaw to Istanbul flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Warsaw.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 33 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Warsaw to Istanbul is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 20:05. Go for the first WAW to IST departure operated by LOT - Polish Airlines at 09:15 to fit in more activities on your first day in Istanbul.
To ensure you make it on your Warsaw to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Istanbul

To snag cheap Warsaw to Istanbul flights, book your journey three months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Warsaw to Istanbul is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Warsaw

Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

You can book a direct flight from Warsaw to Istanbul leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Begin your journey at WAW and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Warsaw to Istanbul plane tickets from WAW.
Located around 5 miles from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Istanbul, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frederic Chopin Airport, data shows 77.68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 20 miles. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Warsaw to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

The centre of Istanbul is located around 19 miles from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Warsaw to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to SAW. Tuck yourself in after your Warsaw to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Istanbul

February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Istanbul, while April is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Warsaw to Istanbul ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Istanbul, browse our selection of hotels including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are a couple of big attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 220 miles east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.