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Cheapest round-trip
$761
Typical prices: $865-$1,283
LOT
Sun 11/25Fri 11/30
ORD - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$879
Typical prices: $889-$1,290
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/2Sun 11/18
ORD - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 30m
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Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $649 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul (ORD-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
LOT Logo
9:50 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
31h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:30 pm - 7:55 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 25m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$761LOT
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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9:50 pm - 12:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
29h 10m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Gdansk Rebiechowo
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6:30 pm - 7:55 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 25m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$776LOT
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:30 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
34h 30m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:30 pm - 5:20 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m3 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$797Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:40 pm - 2:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
20h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 1:10 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$802Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:40 pm - 2:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
20h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 1:10 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$803Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 9:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
25h 45m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich Athens Eleftherios V.
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6:30 am - 7:52 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 22m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$805Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15
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9:50 pm - 12:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:25 am - 6:45 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
$807British Airways
Sun, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 12
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5:10 pm - 12:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:25 am - 1:45 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
$807British Airways
Sun, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 18
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3:15 pm - 10:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 12:05 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$821United Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15
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3:15 pm - 10:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 8:05 pmIST  Istanbul-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$822United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport start at $761. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $865 to $1,283. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $761 on LOT.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport at $877 round-trip.
  • June ($1,476) and July ($1,407) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

 
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Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$371
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What financial services does Chicago O'Hare Airport offer?

    For cash withdrawals, ATMs are available at both the landside and airside of the airport. The airport has Seaway National Bank offering complete banking services to passengers. The bank's location is landside Terminal 2 at the Main Hall and Terminal 5, at the Lower Level. If you require foreign exchange services, the bank offers exchange for over 200 currencies, including Turkish Lira, located on the airside of T1 near Gate B9, the landside of T2 Main Hall, and the Airside of T3 Gate K11, and landside of T5 the Upper Level.

  • Does Istanbul Airport offer family services to travelers?

    IST has two baby care facilities equipped with facilities for a diaper change. One of the baby care rooms is in the check-in Hall close to Entrance 1. The other rooms are in Concourse A, International Departures across Gate A6, Concourse B of International Departures Gate B2, Concourse D of International Departures, Concourse F, International Departures Gate F2, and Concourse G of Domestic Departures between Gates G4 and G5. The airport also has a dedicated area for children to play different games in Playland on the airside, Departures Level.

  • Does Chicago O'Hare Airport to Istanbul Airport route have any eco-friendly flights?

    The average carbon emitted per passenger on a flight flying the ORD-IST route is about 4918lbs. Airlines such as Austrian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, etcetera fly this route with minimum carbon emission. With 42% less CO₂ emission by Pegasus and Austrian Airlines, you could use either of these airlines' flights to travel from Chicago O'Hare to Istanbul while being environmentally sound.

  • What are the available transport options from Istanbul Airport?

    To access any airport destination, you can use a bus, taxi, shuttle, or metro. IST has both luxury and local coach busses available for passenger transit. The buses have about 15min to 40min circuit intervals so that you can catch any of the buses. The airport also has three-type service taxis (Blue D, Orange C, and Black E) available round the clock outside the International and Domestic Arrivals and Departure Halls. You can also take a free hotel shuttle to your destination hotel. If you prefer trains, the airport is connected to the city center by a light railway metro system that you could use for transit to the city center.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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
    • Uzbekistan Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $649 round-trip via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF), compared to $1,012 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $958 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,096, a difference of $138. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 59 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:25 am and lands at 9:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:15 pm and lands at 7:45 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 30m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $1,007. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 10h 30m, covering 5,455 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $405, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Turkish Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 04m, compared with 14h 23m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 16h 19m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 8 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Turkey Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $865 to $1,283, with an average of $1,007 over the past 12 months. Anything below $865 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $958 - about $138 less than Thursday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $877 round-trip in that month - typically $599 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $649 round-trip on this route - about $362 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) consists of Terminals 1, 2, and 3 in the same building and another Terminal 5 across a taxiway. The airport has nine concourses. All four terminals are accessible via an automated train system.
  • Traveling from Chicago to Istanbul Airport (IST) is an international journey; you ought, therefore, to be at ORD at least 2h before your flight's departure time. You can use the free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport while waiting for your flight. The airport also has an urban garden exhibit for more than 26 different plant species that you could visit during your waiting time.
  • Are you traveling with heavy baggage and might need a hand with transit? ORD has luggage trolleys available for luggage transit within the airport. The trolleys go for an approximate $5 fee.
  • In case you will require wheelchair assistance services, ORD has you covered. The airline you use for traveling the ORD-IST route will provide wheelchair services if you have mobility issues. You, however, need to prearrange for the wheelchair assistance services before your travel date.
  • Upon arriving at IST and you have lost an item, you can visit the lost and found property offices in front of Gate C3 or at the terminal departure area.

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