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Cheapest round-trip
$826
Typical prices: $751-$1,263
United Airlines
Thu 2/1Mon 2/5
STL - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$336
Typical prices: $675-$824
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/10
STL - IST • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Istanbul. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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STL - IST
Cheapest • 9% average savings
STL - SAW
Most popular
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $1,002 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 15h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Istanbul (STL-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Istanbul

Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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3:21 pm - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
22h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 1:45 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
16h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$826United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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3:03 pm - 6:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
18h 07m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 1:45 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
16h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$826United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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4:05 pm - 6:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
41h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 3:26 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
41h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$837Air Canada
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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4:05 pm - 6:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
17h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 3:26 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
41h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$838Air Canada
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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1:20 pm - 12:05 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
25h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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6:30 pm - 6:17 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
32h 47m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$841British Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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11:35 am - 1:00 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
28h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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6:30 pm - 6:17 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
32h 47m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$841British Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:40 pm - 6:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
17h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 9:40 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
35h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$866Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:40 pm - 6:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
17h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 9:52 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
35h 47m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark
$866Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:48 pm - 9:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
18h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:55 pm - 11:56 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 01m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$953KLM
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:18 pm - 9:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
17h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:00 am - 11:56 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STL Lambert-St Louis
23h 56m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$953KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Istanbul flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Istanbul?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Istanbul start at $826. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $751 to $1,263. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $826 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul at $650 round-trip.
  • June ($1,353) and May ($1,294) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from St. Louis to Istanbul the cheapest?

Flights from St. Louis to Istanbul are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for St. Louis to Istanbul flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$336
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
Flight from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from St. Louis to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Istanbul?

    Flights from St. Louis to Istanbul usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) 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 St. Louis to Istanbul?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Istanbul:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Istanbul pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Istanbul most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 1% 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 St. Louis to Istanbul?

    On the St. Louis to Istanbul route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $870 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,161: a $291 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 St. Louis to Istanbul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 23% above the route average of $1,015. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Istanbul?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Istanbul takes 0h 00m, covering 5,728 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Istanbul looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Istanbul are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $429, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 34m, compared with 15h 48m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 25h 36m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Istanbul?

    Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of St. Louis (Turkey Time vs Central 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 St. Louis to Istanbul flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Istanbul range from $751 to $1,263, with an average of $1,015 over the past 12 months. Anything below $751 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 $870 - about $291 less than Saturday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Istanbul trip for January. Fares historically average $650 round-trip in that month - typically $703 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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