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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Istanbul from ₹ 12,947

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — IST
13 Jan — 20 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 December 2025.

Fri 26/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop12h 15mKuwait Airways
Wed 7/114:10IST - DEL
1 stop8h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/12₹ 41,558
Fri 26/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop12h 15mKuwait Airways
Tue 6/113:10IST - DEL
1 stop9h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/12₹ 41,739
Tue 23/1206:45DEL - IST
Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:20IST - DEL
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12₹ 45,270
Mon 22/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop11h 15mKuwait Airways
Tue 6/113:10IST - DEL
1 stop9h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/12₹ 45,361
Thu 25/1206:45DEL - IST
Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:20IST - DEL
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12₹ 45,542
Tue 23/1206:45DEL - IST
Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/114:35IST - DEL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12₹ 46,447
Thu 25/1206:45DEL - IST
Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/114:35IST - DEL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12₹ 46,809
Sat 20/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop12h 15mKuwait Airways
Sat 27/1214:10IST - DEL
1 stop8h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/12₹ 46,900
Thu 25/1204:10DEL - SAW
1 stop11h 50mflynas
Sun 4/114:30SAW - DEL
1 stop10h 20mflynas
Deal found 12/12₹ 47,081
Sat 20/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop12h 15mKuwait Airways
Mon 22/1214:10IST - DEL
1 stop8h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 14/12₹ 47,534
Sat 13/1204:10DEL - SAW
1 stop11h 50mflynas
Sun 21/1214:30SAW - DEL
1 stop10h 20mflynas
Deal found 13/12₹ 48,077
Wed 24/1203:00DEL - IST
1 stop12h 15mKuwait Airways
Tue 6/113:10IST - DEL
1 stop9h 50mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/12₹ 49,073

Find flight deals from New Delhi to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 26,891

One-way from

₹ 12,947

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 39,385
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 27/1-4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • New Delhi to Istanbul
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Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • New Delhi to Istanbul
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 14 December 2025.
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New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - IST

DELIST

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 24/1

03:00-12:45

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

14:10-06:00

1 stop13h 20m

₹ 29,788

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 8/2

03:00-13:50

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/2

14:30-03:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 30,059

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - IST

DELIST

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 26/1

03:00-11:45

1 stop11h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 3/2

13:10-01:30

1 stop9h 50m

₹ 30,241

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 8/2

03:00-13:50

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/2

14:30-03:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 30,693

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/2

18:20-23:40

1 stop31h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/2

00:35-02:40

1 stop23h 35m

₹ 35,130

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 3/2

18:20-23:40

1 stop31h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 8/2

00:35-17:40

1 stop14h 35m

₹ 35,130

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 1/2

13:50-08:40

2 stops21h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 7/2

14:30-03:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 35,130

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 19/1

18:20-23:40

1 stop31h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 25/1

14:30-03:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 35,582

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 24/1

04:25-09:35

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 25/2

10:50-03:25

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 36,759

New DelhiIstanbul

DEL - SAW

DELSAW

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 21/1

04:25-09:35

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 28/1

10:50-03:25

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 37,122

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Best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New Delhi to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Delhi to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul (average of ₹ 21,639). Flying from New Delhi to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 37,303). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Delhi to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 70% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New Delhi to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from New Delhi to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

The most flights from DEL to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New Delhi to Istanbul?

How often are flights from New Delhi to Istanbul delayed?

About 45% of weekly flights between New Delhi and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 43% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 14 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, andTurkish Airlines from New Delhi to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,331 reviews
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,094 reviews
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Kuwait Airways
7.2
Good
322 reviews
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
507 reviews
Air Arabia
7.6
Good
54 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Delhi to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), located 12.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from New Delhi to Istanbul. 10 airlines have flights from Indira Gandhi Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    For as low as ₹ 29,788, Kuwait Airways can have you in Istanbul from New Delhi in 12h 15m. The distance between New Delhi and Istanbul is about 4562 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on Gulf Air is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at ₹ 9,677. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by flynas and Azerbaijan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 18,067 and ₹ 21,295, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Delhi to Istanbul for 75% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Delhi to Istanbul one-way?

    ₹ 13,575 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Azerbaijan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kuwait Airways and IndiGo, with prices starting from ₹ 13,800 and ₹ 14,854, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 63,514 for a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 17,784 while the most popular route, (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at ₹ 22,092.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Delhi to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Delhi to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Delhi to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Delhi to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Istanbul (average of ₹ 21,639). Flying from New Delhi to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 37,303). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Delhi to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 14 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest₹ 9,677Average₹ 48,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Azerbaijan AirlinesCheapest₹ 21,295Average₹ 32,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest₹ 21,746Average₹ 28,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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flynasCheapest₹ 29,006Average₹ 33,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapest₹ 31,997Average₹ 40,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 34,135Average₹ 41,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 38,899Average₹ 43,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 41,688Average₹ 43,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 41,884Average₹ 54,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 48,119Average₹ 51,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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