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Find cheap flights to Istanbul in 2026/2027 from $1,525 This is the cheapest return flight found to Istanbul from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on January 17th 2026 at 06:15. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Istanbul and visit sites like Hagia Sophia Museum, The Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum & Grand Bazaar.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Istanbul in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Istanbul in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, May is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Istanbul.
You can get flights from $1,525 return.
According to our data, December is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Istanbul.
A return flight could set you back more than $1,898.
Istanbul, a mesmerizing blend of ancient and modern, stands proudly astride Europe and Asia, separated by the legendary Bosporus Strait. This vibrant city overflows with cultural diversity, where centuries-old mosques and bustling bazaars coexist harmoniously with trendy cafes and stylish boutiques. From the majestic domes of the Hagia Sophia to the lively streets of Beyoglu, Istanbul invites visitors to wander through its maze of history and indulge in its rich tapestry of flavors. The call to prayer echoing through the air, the smell of freshly brewed Turkish coffee, and the warm hospitality of its people create an unforgettable sensory experience for all who wander its enchanting streets.
A good price for a flight to Istanbul is $1373 - $1678.
The popular airports near Istanbul are Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), and the smaller Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL).
The flight to Istanbul (IST) is roughly 24 hours 3 minutes and 10,601 miles (17,061 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).
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We have currently found no direct flights to Istanbul.
Here is the average weather forecast in Istanbul by month:
• Jan: 8°C
• Feb: 9°C
• Mar: 11°C
• Apr: 15°C
• May: 20°C
• Jun: 25°C
• Jul: 27°C
• Aug: 27°C
• Sep: 24°C
• Oct: 19°C
• Nov: 15°C
• Dec: 11°C
The main airport in Istanbul, Ataturk Airport, is approximately 24 kilometers from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Istanbul 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Istanbul are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
2.3 °C
Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Average Temperature
8°C
Jan
9°C
Feb
11°C
Mar
15°C
Apr
20°C
May
25°C
Jun
27°C
Jul
27°C
Aug
24°C
Sep
19°C
Oct
15°C
Nov
11°C
Dec
Istanbul is a spectacular city that offers many unique experiences and magnificent sights. A feature which makes it entirely unique is the fact that is sits on two different continents. It maintains an old foot in Europe while having the other, more modern side in Asia.
Though divided by the Bosphorus Strait , this old world city maintained the status of capital to the Christian Byzantine and Islamic Ottoman empires. Signs from both empires can be seen in the modern city Istanbul is today.
Commercial shipping is made possible by the city's setting right on the water. This waterfront location also made it an excellent military sight. Constantinople, so named during its reign as capital to the Roman Empire, the city was coveted for its world trade potential, that is until Mehmet the Conqueror got a hold of it in the 1400s and the Ottoman Empire took over. Though the capital has since been moved to Ankara, it is Istanbul that retains the rich history and vibrant culture of today's Turkey .
A city of strong contrasts, it offers captivating glimpses into its history by way of the Byzantine ruins, mosques, churches and bath houses. Magnificent palaces share the streets with bustling and colourful bazaars. A new and shiny Istanbul attracts tourists with its hot nightclubs and inviting bars.
Boutiques offer many shopping opportunities, while office buildings and distinguished suburbs spread out around the city. Witness the awakening of the day as the inhabitants of this exciting city follow the call to prayer. The city comes to life as almost 12 million residents take to the streets, bazaars and shops to sell their wares. Affluent shoppers share the chaos with enthusiastic tourists and busy residents.
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Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,601 miles (17,061 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 3 minutes)
Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,587 miles (17,039 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 1 minute)
Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,679 miles (17,186 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 13 minutes)
Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,413 miles (16,759 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 38 minutes)
Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,490 miles (16,881 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 48 minutes)
Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,704 miles (17,227 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 17 minutes)
Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,801 miles (17,383 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 30 minutes)
Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,502 miles (16,902 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 50 minutes)
Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,648 miles (17,136 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 9 minutes)
Kerikeri, New Zealand - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,512 miles (16,918 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 51 minutes)
Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,475 miles (16,857 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 46 minutes)
New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,610 miles (17,076 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 4 minutes)
Napier/Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,758 miles (17,313 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 24 minutes)
Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,598 miles (17,055 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 3 minutes)
Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,402 miles (16,740 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 36 minutes)
Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,706 miles (17,230 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 17 minutes)
Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,704 miles (17,227 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 17 minutes)
Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,689 miles (17,202 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 15 minutes)
Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,529 miles (16,945 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 53 minutes)
Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,634 miles (17,113 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 7 minutes)
Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Istanbul (IST)
Distance:
10,549 miles (16,977 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 56 minutes)
From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $1,525
Depart: 02 Jun 2026 · Return: 12 Jun 2026 Price found 17 Jan 2026, 06:15
From Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $1,707
Depart: 18 May 2026 · Return: 01 Jun 2026 Price found 18 Jan 2026, 09:11
From Tauranga (TRG), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $1,817
Depart: 14 May 2026 · Return: 30 May 2026 Price found 19 Jan 2026, 07:19
From Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $1,838
Depart: 12 May 2026 · Return: 17 May 2026 Price found 21 Jan 2026, 00:47
From Palmerston North (PMR), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,057
Depart: 01 May 2026 · Return: 10 May 2026 Price found 19 Jan 2026, 22:43
From Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,099
Depart: 03 Jun 2026 · Return: 27 Aug 2026 Price found 21 Jan 2026, 02:33
From Nelson (NSN), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,216
Depart: 29 Sep 2026 · Return: 20 Oct 2026 Price found 20 Jan 2026, 07:07
From Napier-Hastings (NPE), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,504
Depart: 05 Apr 2026 · Return: 14 Apr 2026 Price found 19 Jan 2026, 10:19
From Dunedin (DUD), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,508
Depart: 04 Jul 2026 · Return: 16 Jul 2026 Price found 20 Jan 2026, 19:51
From Hamilton (HLZ), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,546
Depart: 06 Mar 2026 · Return: 13 Mar 2026 Price found 20 Jan 2026, 03:17
From Gisborne (GIS), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $2,748
Depart: 06 Mar 2026 · Return: 13 Mar 2026 Price found 20 Jan 2026, 03:14
From Invercargill (IVC), New Zealand to Istanbul, Turkey (IST): $3,474
Depart: 29 Jan 2026 · Return: 05 Feb 2026 Price found 19 Jan 2026, 10:35
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