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Flight deals from Tehran to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tehran to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.CHF 61 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 28 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 61, select.
Istanbul.CHF 61 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Apr.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 61, select.
Istanbul.CHF 61 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 61, select.
Istanbul.CHF 61 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 61, select.
Istanbul.CHF 61 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 61, select.
Istanbul.CHF 62 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 62, select.
Istanbul.CHF 73 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 73, select.
Istanbul.CHF 83 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 83, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tehran to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tehran to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from CHF 61
Apr
from CHF 61
May
from CHF 61
Jun
from CHF 62
Jul
from CHF 88
Aug
from CHF 86
Sep
from CHF 88
Oct
from CHF 73
Nov
from CHF 110
Dec
from CHF 457
Jan
from CHF 189
Feb
from CHF 109

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Tehran to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundCHF 61
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week139

Finding cheap flights from Tehran 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 Tehran to Istanbul is CHF 109. 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.
3 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Tehran to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Tehran to Istanbul.
As of March 2025, there are 139 flights per week flying from Tehran to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Tehran to Istanbul is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Tehran, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from CHF 109.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tehran to Istanbul on Monday, 31 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 28 minutes.
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 March, the average temperature is usually around 8°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is AJet .

How to find cheap flights to Istanbul from Tehran

Looking for cheap tickets from Tehran to Istanbul? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

  • Simply hit 'search'. From British Airways to international carriers like Emirates, we compare all major airlines along with the most popular online travel agents to find the cheapest plane tickets from Tehran to Istanbul. And with us there are no hidden fees - what you see is what you pay.
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  • Flex your dates to find the best Tehran-Istanbul ticket prices. If you are flexible when it comes to your travel dates, use Skyscanner's 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest month, and even day to fly to Istanbul from Tehran.
  • Set up a Price Alert. You can easily track the fare of your cheap Tehran-Istanbul flights by creating an alert. Whenever prices go down or up, you'll get an email or push notification to help make sure you get the best possible flight deal.
  • Fly without stops. Only interested in direct flights between Tehran and Istanbul? Make sure to tick 'Direct flights only' when performing a search. If there are direct flights available on the route, these will appear in the results.
  • Find the cheapest Business class flights from Tehran and Istanbul. We scour the internet for the best Business, Premium Economy and First Class flight fares to Istanbul, too. Check the difference in price as you search – you might just chance upon a last-minute low fare. Note that not all cabin classes are available for every destination or airline.
  • Include nearby airports in your search. Widen your search for Tehran to Istanbul flight deals by selecting the "add nearby airports" option. This will allow you to see flight prices for all the nearest airports at your departure point and your destination and could help you save next time you travel.

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