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Cheapest round-trip
$825
Typical prices: $751-$1,226
United Airlines
Fri 2/2Mon 2/5
STL - IST • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$418
Typical prices: $685-$825
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/4
STL - IST • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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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
December
Cheapest • 41% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $1,002 (round-trip)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 17m (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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6:30 am - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
31h 15m3 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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
$825United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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11:25 am - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
26h 20m2 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
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:30 pm - 9:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
22h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 1:45 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$826Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Apr 14
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6:50 pm - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
42h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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3:45 am - 10:54 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 09m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$837Lufthansa
Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 21
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3:40 pm - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
22h 05m1 stop 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
$853Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Nov 3
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10:00 am - 7:15 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
25h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow
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6:35 pm - 6:17 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
32h 42m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$857British Airways
Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 10:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
21h 40m2 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
$861Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 28
British Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 1:05 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
19h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:15 pm - 4:48 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
28h 33m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$998British Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 31
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1:40 pm - 4:20 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
18h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:55 pm - 8:56 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
35h 01m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,015KLM
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:59 pm - 3:30 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-IST Istanbul
25h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:20 pm - 1:53 pmIST  Istanbul-STL Lambert-St Louis
28h 33m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,130Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Istanbul Airport flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport start at $825. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $751 to $1,226. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $825 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% 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 Airport?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport at $597 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 126% 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 Airport the cheapest?

Flights from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$418
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 34% 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 Airport 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 Airport?

    Flights from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport?

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 1% 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 Airport?

    On the St. Louis to Istanbul Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $792 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,206: a $414 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute St. Louis to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $1,006. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 5,707 miles.

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

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $468, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 17m, compared with 15h 34m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 15h 48m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Istanbul Airport 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 at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · CIRCULAR
    · Avec Car Rental
    · Ok Mobility
    · Alamo
    · Autounion Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Istanbul Airport range from $751 to $1,226, with an average of $1,006 over the past 12 months. Anything below $751 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis to Istanbul Airport 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 $792 - about $414 less than Saturday (34% 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 Airport trip for December. Fares historically average $597 round-trip in that month - typically $756 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from St. Louis to Istanbul

Information on your arrival and departure airports

St. Louis (STL)
Istanbul (IST)