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Cheapest round-trip
$841
Typical prices: $893-$1,311
British Airways
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
CLE - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$378
Typical prices: $537-$828
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/12
CLE - SAW • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cleveland and Istanbul. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CLE - SAW
Cheapest • 4% average savings
CLE - IST
Most popular
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 46% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dublin (DUB)
Cheapest • Avg $983 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 14h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to Istanbul (CLE-IST)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to Istanbul

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:29 pm - 12:25 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
27h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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6:50 pm - 10:53 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
36h 03m2 stops London Heathrow Philadelphia
$841British Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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8:40 pm - 8:25 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
16h 45m1 stop Dublin
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10:20 am - 7:10 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
15h 50m1 stop Dublin
$850Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:55 pm - 10:45 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
43h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 6:19 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
19h 49m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$861Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:45 pm - 2:05 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
23h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 am - 11:59 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
25h 29m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$871Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:00 pm - 10:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
19h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:00 am - 11:09 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
22h 09m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
$877KLM
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:55 pm - 10:45 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
44h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 11:59 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
25h 29m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$900United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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7:51 pm - 6:10 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
14h 19m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 11:21 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
24h 51m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$936United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:41 am - 4:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
23h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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3:45 am - 10:36 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
25h 51m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$946Lufthansa
Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 7
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6:00 pm - 9:25 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
19h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:00 am - 11:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
22h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$958KLM
Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 12
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5:34 pm - 1:00 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-IST Istanbul
23h 26m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
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8:25 am - 8:16 pmIST  Istanbul-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
19h 51m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,056British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Istanbul flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Istanbul start at $841. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $893 to $1,311. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $841 on British Airways.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Istanbul, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Istanbul?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Istanbul at $577 round-trip.
  • June ($1,209) and May ($1,207) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cleveland to Istanbul the cheapest?

Flights from Cleveland to Istanbul are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cleveland to Istanbul flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$378
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Cleveland to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

When to book flights from Cleveland to Istanbul

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

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

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

    Flights from Cleveland to Istanbul usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and may arrive at several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to Istanbul:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Cleveland to Istanbul route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 23%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $932 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,208: a $276 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul are Taksim Square, Taksim and Istanbul City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 33% above the route average of $1,071. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cleveland to Istanbul?

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Istanbul takes 0h 00m, covering 5,283 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland 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 are flight prices from Cleveland to Istanbul looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cleveland to Istanbul are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $475, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 45m, compared with 15h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 16h 25m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What is the time difference between Cleveland and Istanbul?

    Istanbul is 7 hours ahead of Cleveland (Turkey Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 from around $10:

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

    Near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) — daily rates from around $12:

    • Avec Car Rental
    • CIRCULAR
    • Final Rentals
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL

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

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Istanbul range from $893 to $1,311, with an average of $1,071 over the past 12 months. Anything below $893 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cleveland to Istanbul 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 Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $932 - about $276 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to Istanbul trip for February. Fares historically average $577 round-trip in that month - typically $632 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
    - Home Plus Hotel

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