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Cheapest round-trip
$177
Typical prices: $206-$356
Air Serbia
Wed 12/12Thu 12/13
BER - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$202
Typical prices: $208-$360
Turkish Airlines
Fri 1/12Thu 1/18
BER - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 3h 02m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $201 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Berlin to Istanbul (BER-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Berlin to Istanbul

Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
Air Serbia Logo
9:25 am - 5:00 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
5h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:40 pm - 8:00 pmIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$177Air Serbia
Sun, Mar 21 - Tue, Mar 23
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8:45 pm - 5:00 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
18h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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5:25 am - 8:40 amIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$177Air Serbia
Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:45 pm - 5:00 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
18h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
4:40 pm - 8:00 pmIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$177Air Serbia
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:25 am - 5:00 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
5h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:40 pm - 8:40 amIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
18h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$177Air Serbia
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Air Serbia Logo
8:45 pm - 5:00 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
18h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
4:40 pm - 8:00 pmIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$177Air Serbia
Fri, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 29
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8:45 pm - 4:40 amBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
5h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
4:30 am - 8:30 amIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$178Air Serbia
Thu, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 29
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9:25 am - 4:40 amBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
17h 15m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
4:30 am - 8:30 amIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$178Air Serbia
Wed, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 30
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8:45 pm - 4:40 amBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
5h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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4:30 am - 8:30 amIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$178Air Serbia
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:05 pm - 6:10 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
3h 05mnonstop
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11:10 am - 12:05 pmIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
2h 55mnonstop
$202Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:50 am - 3:55 pmBER  Berlin Brandenburg-IST Istanbul
3h 05mnonstop
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4:55 pm - 5:45 pmIST  Istanbul-BER Berlin Brandenburg
2h 50mnonstop
$203Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport typically range from $206 to $356. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $177, on Air Serbia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport at $214 round-trip.
•December ($401) and August ($349) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Berlin to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on BER

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Berlin to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Berlin to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Berlin to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Berlin to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Berlin to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:35 am and lands at 9:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:20 pm and lands at 10:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 02m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Berlin to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 02m, covering 1,047 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Berlin to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport range from $206 to $356, with an average of $258 over the past 12 months. Anything below $206 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $258 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $201 round-trip via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), compared to $259 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $20–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and AJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Berlin to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Berlin to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Berlin to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • OK Mobility

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Berlin to Istanbul Airport route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Berlin to Istanbul Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $244 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $275, a difference of $31.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Berlin and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Berlin to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 38m, compared with 5h 55m via Chișinău Intl (RMO) and 6h 09m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Berlin and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 2 hours ahead of Berlin (Turkey Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Berlin to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $244, about $31 less than Saturday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Berlin to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $214 round-trip in that month - typically $187 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $201 round-trip on this route - about $58 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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