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Cheapest round-trip
$988
Typical prices: $812-$1,179
Lufthansa
Wed 10/7Wed 10/14
MSP - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$360
Typical prices: $648-$692
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/15
MSP - IST • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Istanbul. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Reykjavik (KEF)
Cheapest • Avg $444 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 14h 04m (one-way)
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 57% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul (MSP-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Lufthansa Logo
3:55 pm - 4:55 pm
MSP
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IST
17h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 2:00 pm
IST
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MSP
16h 20m
1 stop
$988Lufthansa
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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1:10 pm - 3:40 am
MSP
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IST
30h 30m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 9:13 pm
IST
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MSP
35h 43m
3 stops
$989Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 1:20 am
MSP
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IST
21h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:25 am - 5:50 pm
IST
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MSP
21h 25m
1 stop
$992Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
KLM Logo
9:45 pm - 1:20 am
MSP
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IST
19h 35m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:25 am - 5:50 pm
IST
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MSP
21h 25m
1 stop
$997KLM
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 24
KLM Logo
7:55 pm - 4:20 pm
MSP
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IST
12h 25m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:25 am - 5:50 pm
IST
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MSP
21h 25m
1 stop
$997KLM
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 7
Lufthansa Logo
1:10 pm - 9:25 pm
MSP
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IST
24h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 2:00 pm
IST
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MSP
16h 20m
1 stop
$1,003Lufthansa
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24
British Airways Logo
8:10 am - 6:55 pm
MSP
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IST
26h 45m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:15 pm - 8:32 pm
IST
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MSP
32h 17m
2 stops
$1,005British Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Oct 9
United Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 9:25 pm
MSP
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IST
21h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 2:00 pm
IST
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MSP
16h 20m
1 stop
$1,006United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 4:55 pm
MSP
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IST
17h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 2:00 pm
IST
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MSP
16h 20m
1 stop
$1,006United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
British Airways Logo
3:23 pm - 6:55 pm
MSP
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IST
19h 32m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:10 am - 12:03 am
IST
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MSP
23h 53m
2 stops
$1,007British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Minneapolis to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Minneapolis usually cost between $990 and $1,331 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $988 on Lufthansa (Oct 7-Oct 14).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost $408 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,196 and $1,193 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$360
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport was $360 for a one-way ticket and $988 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Minneapolis and Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Istanbul Airport from Minneapolis.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Minneapolis and Istanbul Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Istanbul Airport from Minneapolis?

    Amsterdam is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul, KLM or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul are KLM and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,064 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $817 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Minneapolis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Minneapolis with another airline. Booking your flights between Minneapolis and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Minneapolis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Minneapolis (MSP)
Istanbul (IST)