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Cheap flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport from $296

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11:25 am - 5:45 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
9:30 am - 8:07 pmIST-ORD
42h 37m2 stops
Sun, Apr 20 - Tue, May 6
11:25 am - 5:45 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
9:30 am - 8:07 pmIST-ORD
42h 37m2 stops
Sun, Apr 20 - Tue, May 6
11:10 am - 12:45 pmORD-IST
17h 35m1 stop
1:45 pm - 6:50 amIST-ORD
25h 05m1 stop
$826Royal Jordanian
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
7:20 pm - 6:20 amORD-IST
27h 00m1 stop
8:05 pm - 3:05 pmIST-ORD
27h 00m1 stop
$843Qatar Airways
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Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
7:20 pm - 6:35 pmORD-IST
39h 15m1 stop
8:05 pm - 3:05 pmIST-ORD
27h 00m1 stop
$846Qatar Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
1:31 pm - 4:20 pmORD-IST
18h 49m2 stops
5:10 am - 3:05 pmIST-ORD
18h 55m1 stop
$867Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Nov 18
11:25 am - 5:45 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
7:35 am - 10:10 amIST-ORD
11h 35mnonstop
$870Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Nov 19
5:10 pm - 3:25 amORD-IST
26h 15m1 stop
5:10 am - 3:05 pmIST-ORD
18h 55m1 stop
$873Delta
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Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Nov 18
8:10 pm - 12:45 pmORD-IST
32h 35m1 stop
1:35 am - 4:10 pmIST-ORD
22h 35m1 stop
$896Royal Jordanian
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Mon, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 20
11:25 am - 5:45 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
6:30 am - 9:40 amIST-ORD
11h 10mnonstop
$898Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Jul 24 - Thu, Aug 7

Royal Jordanian flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport

Our best Royal Jordanian deals on Chicago to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Royal Jordanian
Sep 6
ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 35m
1 stop
IST12:45 pmIstanbul
Sep 13
IST1:45 pmIstanbul
25h 05m
1 stop
ORD6:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Royal Jordanian
Apr 14
ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m
1 stop
IST12:45 pmIstanbul
Apr 20
IST1:35 amIstanbul
22h 35m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Royal Jordanian
Apr 14
ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m
1 stop
IST12:45 pmIstanbul
Apr 20
IST1:35 amIstanbul
22h 35m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport

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Qatar Airways
Sep 10
ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
IST6:20 amIstanbul
Sep 16
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 00m
1 stop
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways
Sep 4
ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 15m
1 stop
IST6:35 pmIstanbul
Sep 9
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 00m
1 stop
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways
Aug 24
ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
IST6:20 amIstanbul
Sep 7
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 00m
1 stop
ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $924. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $935.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $933. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,061.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $682. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,032.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Chicago when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,096 when searching 22 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Chicago for as low as $897 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Chicago to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for Chicago to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 36% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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$296

Fastest flight time

10h 20m

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $296. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $641.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Istanbul Airport takes 10h 20m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Istanbul Airport every day.

  • How far is Chicago to Istanbul by plane?

    Chicago and Istanbul are 5450.5 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 10h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Istanbul Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Istanbul Airport

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Air SerbiaPriceFrom $382Free CancellationRating
6.3
194 reviews
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IcelandairPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
7.0
476 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,744 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $683Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,063 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $700Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $707Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,712 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $721Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,180 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $735Free CancellationRating
6.7
6,955 reviews
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Royal JordanianPriceFrom $747Free CancellationRating
6.9
371 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $756Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,895 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From Chicago to Istanbul Airport

    Across 6 Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Istanbul Airport this week, the average price was $1,143, with the best Turkish Airlines deals starting from $654 round-trip. 3,744 users have rated Turkish Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.3/10.


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