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Cheapest round-trip
$742
Typical prices: $907-$1,348
British Airways
Thu 3/29Thu 4/26
CVG - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$549
Typical prices: $626-$828
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/12
CVG - IST • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cincinnati and Istanbul. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CVG - IST
Cheapest • 4% average savings
CVG - SAW
Most popular
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 30% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,054 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 15h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul (CVG-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Istanbul

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, May 5
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9:20 pm - 7:05 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
14h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:25 pm - 5:40 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
29h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
$742British Airways
Mon, Mar 29 - Mon, Apr 26
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9:10 pm - 12:25 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
20h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:15 pm - 6:05 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
28h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$742British Airways
Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, May 4
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6:40 pm - 9:50 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
20h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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3:45 am - 8:43 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
23h 58m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl
$745Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 29 - Mon, Apr 26
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5:55 pm - 2:05 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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5:55 pm - 7:03 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
32h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$752Lufthansa
Mon, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 30
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7:45 pm - 10:45 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
44h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 am - 4:58 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
17h 58m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$759Lufthansa
Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19
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3:48 pm - 6:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
18h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 6:00 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
19h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$764United Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 21
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9:05 pm - 5:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
12h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:15 am - 4:10 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
16h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$811Air France
Tue, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 21
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9:05 pm - 5:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
12h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:15 am - 5:14 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
17h 59m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$821Air France
Mon, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 20
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5:38 pm - 4:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
15h 17m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:15 am - 5:20 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
18h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
$840KLM
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 4:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-IST Istanbul
15h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:15 am - 8:19 pmIST  Istanbul-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
21h 04m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,404KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Istanbul 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 Cincinnati to Istanbul?

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul typically range from $907 to $1,348. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $742, on British Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Istanbul. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Istanbul?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Istanbul at $773 round-trip.
•June ($1,454) and December ($1,354) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cincinnati to Istanbul flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$549
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 59% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cincinnati to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Istanbul flight questions, answered

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to Istanbul?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Istanbul takes 00m, covering 5,504 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati to Istanbul?

    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 Cincinnati to Istanbul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul range from $907 to $1,348, with an average of $1,108 over the past 12 months. Anything below $907 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to Istanbul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $1,108 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Istanbul are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,286, which is 68% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Istanbul?

    Since Istanbul is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Istanbul Airport (IST) — daily rates averaging $41:

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

    Near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) — daily rates averaging $38:

    • Avec Car Rental
    • CIRCULAR
    • Final Rentals
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
    • 724Rent

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

    Flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and may arrive at several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Cincinnati to Istanbul. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $918 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,243, a difference of $325.

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

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 31m, compared with 17h 41m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 20h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Istanbul?

    Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Cincinnati (Turkey Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul?

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

Your guide to booking Cincinnati to Istanbul 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $918, about $325 less than Thursday fares (26% 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 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Istanbul trip for March. Fares historically average $773 round-trip in that month - typically $681 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

    • Isg Sabiha Gökçen Airport Hotel
    • Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Istanbul Tuzla
    • Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Kurtkoy

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