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Cheapest round-trip
$686
Typical prices: $730-$976
KLM
Sun 11/18Thu 11/22
IST - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$779
Typical prices: $781-$1,003
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/15Mon 4/9
IST - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 11h 10m
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Cheapest • 9% average savings
Most popular
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $777 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Detroit

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Detroit

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 pm - 3:29 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 29m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
7:15 am - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
25h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
$686KLM
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 1:35 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
20h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
$693Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
KLM Logo
6:00 pm - 1:02 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 02m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
4:15 pm - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
16h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$694KLM
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 3:29 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 29m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
8:40 pm - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
12h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$701Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 1:02 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 02m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
6:05 pm - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$701Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
6:00 pm - 1:02 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 02m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
8:35 pm - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
12h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$701Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 1:35 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 5:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
12h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$707Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Fri, Apr 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 7:00 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
$779Turkish Airlines
Mon, May 3 - Mon, Jul 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 6:50 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 00mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
$779Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 7:00 pmIST  Istanbul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 10mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
$779Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $730 to $976. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $686, on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $678 round-trip.
•January ($1,022) and August ($901) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$453
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:50 pm and lands at 2:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:50 pm and lands at 2:00 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 10m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 11h 10m, covering 5,300 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $730 to $976, with an average of $839 over the past 12 months. Anything below $730 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $839 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $777 round-trip via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), compared to $861 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $686 to $4,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $524, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may depart from several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). Flights usually arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 44m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $780 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $894, a difference of $114.

    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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 43m, compared with 15h 03m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h 07m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 8 hours behind Istanbul (Eastern Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $780, about $114 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $678 round-trip in that month - typically $344 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $777 round-trip on this route - about $84 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul

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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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