Flights to Turkey
Flights from the UK and Ireland
If you're planning a trip to Turkey from the UK or Ireland, there are direct flights to Istanbul, İzmir, Bodrum, Dalaman, and Antalya. Turkish Airlines and British Airways operate scheduled flights, while budget airlines like easyJet, Pegasus, and Jet2 offer seasonal routes. Charter flights, mainly run by TUI, serve coastal destinations. Dublin has a direct Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul, but flying via the UK and connecting with a low-cost airline is often cheaper.
Flights from the US and Canada
For travelers from the US and Canada, Turkish Airlines has expanded its North American routes, now flying directly to Istanbul from cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Washington, DC. American, United, and Delta also operate flights via major European hubs such as London, Paris, and Frankfurt.
If you're flying from Canada, Toronto is the only city with a direct link to Turkey, operated by both Turkish Airlines and Air Canada. Otherwise, a layover in Europe is necessary.
Flights from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa
From Australia and New Zealand, there are no direct flights. The most common routes are through Dubai with Emirates, Abu Dhabi with Etihad, or Doha with Qatar Airways. Other options include layovers in Kuala Lumpur or Singapore before continuing to Istanbul.
South African travelers, meanwhile, can take a direct Turkish Airlines flight from Johannesburg, Durban, or Cape Town, or connect via the Middle East.
When to find the cheapest flights to Turkey
If you're looking for the cheapest flights, avoid peak seasons — Easter week, summer (June to early September), and Christmas/New Year. The best fares are usually found from November to March, except for the holiday season. If you're coming from the southern hemisphere, booking early is more important than the time of year. Flight comparison sites like Skyscanner and Expedia can help track down the lowest prices.