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Cheapest round-trip
$697
Typical prices: $721-$921
Turkish Airlines
Sun 1/28Sat 2/3
IST - IAH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$411
Typical prices: $571-$810
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/17
SAW - IAH • 3 stops
Advice from real travelers
With Turkish Airlines, booking directly can simplify issue resolution on this route.
Keep mobility equipment in sight at the jet bridge until it is returned in Houston.
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 13h 18m
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $718 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 1
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2:50 pm - 7:05 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 15mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 6:00 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
12h 00mnonstop
$690Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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9:00 am - 1:10 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 10mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 6:00 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
12h 00mnonstop
$697Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 pm - 1:05 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 4:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$702Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 pm - 1:05 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 4:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
24h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
$702Delta
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:15 am - 4:50 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:10 pm - 5:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$717KLM
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
KLM Logo
7:15 am - 4:50 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
3:56 pm - 4:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
15h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
$720KLM
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:10 pm - 6:10 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$763Lufthansa
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:30 am - 10:52 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
25h 22m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 pm - 10:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
18h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$770Lufthansa
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:30 am - 6:52 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 22m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Austin Bergstrom
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9:52 pm - 10:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
39h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main
$770United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 am - 2:00 pmIST  Istanbul-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
16h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:10 pm - 10:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IST Istanbul
21h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$787United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport typically range from $721 to $921. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $697, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $676 round-trip.
•July ($1,040) and August ($888) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are cheapest 18 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.

Key details for Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$411
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Istanbul to George Bush Intcntl 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines-Jul 2025
Do not let go of your mobility equipment. Do not move from the jet bridge until you see your stuff.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines-Jan 2024
It may be worth dealing directly with certain airlines, vice third-party bookings. The inability to hold an intity accountable for misques while in transit is an unnecessary frustration.

Your Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 10:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:50 pm and lands at 4:08 am.

    The flight takes about 13h 18m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 13h 18m, covering 6,373 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $721 to $921, with an average of $813 over the past 12 months. Anything below $721 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $813 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $718 round-trip via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), compared to $881 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 $697 to $4,159. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $609, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH)?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport may depart from several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). Flights usually arrive at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 39m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $752 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $880, a difference of $128.

    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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 58m, compared with 18h 02m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 18h 49m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is 8 hours behind Istanbul (Central Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $752, about $128 less than Wednesday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 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 Istanbul to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $676 round-trip in that month - typically $364 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $718 round-trip on this route - about $163 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

    • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

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