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Cheap flights from Cardiff to Istanbul from £138

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CWL — IST
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
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Thu 13/6

Cheap flight deals from Cardiff to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cardiff (CWL) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 June 2024.

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August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£417

Round-trip from

£118
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From Cardiff Wales to Istanbul
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cardiff to Istanbul?

Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 43% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 24 days in advance, which can save you up to 81% on flights from Cardiff to Istanbul compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 24 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £244. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £691.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Istanbul?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Istanbul from Cardiff average £367. You can even find prices in January for less than £367, as users have found deals to Istanbul from as low as £169. The month of August appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Istanbul from Cardiff. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 37%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CWL to IST?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cardiff to Istanbul at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap KLM flights from Cardiff to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by KLM for the route between Cardiff and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest KLM flights we've come across from Cardiff to Istanbul. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
1 stop28h 20mKLM
Tue 1/1017:00IST - CWL
1 stop18h 15mKLM
Deal found 31/5£336
Tue 24/909:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Tue 1/1008:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£403
Thu 6/609:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Mon 10/608:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£896

Cheap Air France flights from Cardiff to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Cardiff and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Air France flights we've found from Cardiff to Istanbul. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
2 stops52h 45mAir France
Tue 1/1006:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£722
Thu 6/617:15CWL - IST
2 stops21h 15mAir France
Mon 10/606:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£1,054

Cheap Cardiff to Istanbul flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cardiff to Istanbul specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Prices were last updated on 1 June 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cardiff to Istanbul in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 6/609:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Mon 10/608:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£896
Thu 6/617:15CWL - IST
2 stops21h 15mAir France
Mon 10/606:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£1,054

Cardiff to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cardiff and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cardiff to Istanbul in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
1 stop28h 20mKLM
Tue 1/1017:00IST - CWL
1 stop18h 15mKLM
Deal found 31/5£336
Tue 24/909:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Tue 1/1008:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£403
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
2 stops52h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1017:00IST - CWL
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£522
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
2 stops52h 45mAir France
Tue 1/1006:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£722
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1016:05IST - CWL
3 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£750
Thu 6/609:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Mon 10/608:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£896
Thu 6/617:15CWL - IST
2 stops21h 15mAir France
Mon 10/606:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£1,054
Tue 24/909:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1008:50SAW - CWL
2 stops12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£1,671
Tue 24/909:45CWL - IST
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/901:40IST - CWL
2 stops9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£1,946

Cardiff to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cardiff to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Cardiff to Istanbul. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 6/609:45CWL - SAW
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Mon 10/608:50SAW - CWL
1 stop9h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£896
Thu 6/617:15CWL - IST
2 stops21h 15mAir France
Mon 10/606:45IST - CWL
2 stops12h 00mAir France
Deal found 31/5£1,054

One-way flights to Istanbul from Cardiff

Search for one-way flight options from Cardiff to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cardiff to Istanbul. Users can also find round-trip Cardiff to Istanbul flights by using the search form above.
Sat 29/622:45CWL - SAW
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£138
Sat 29/622:45CWL - IST
3 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£186
Sat 29/622:45CWL - SAW
3 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£188
Sat 29/614:35CWL - IST
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5£200
Sat 29/617:15CWL - IST
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Deal found 31/5£200
Fri 14/617:15CWL - IST
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Deal found 31/5£211
Fri 14/617:15CWL - IST
2 stops21h 15mAir France
Deal found 31/5£225
Sat 29/617:15CWL - SAW
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£299
Fri 14/617:15CWL - SAW
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/5£502

Find flights from Cardiff to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cardiff to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 908,271 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.

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£336 - £3,213

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Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 1/10

1 stop18h 15m

£336

Cardiff WalesIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

CWL - SAW

CWLSAW

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/10

1 stop9h 55m

£403

Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

2 stops52h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 1/10

1 stop18h 15m

£522

Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

2 stops52h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 1/10

2 stops12h 00m

£722

Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

2 stops27h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 1/10

3 stops43h 10m

£750

Cardiff WalesIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

CWL - SAW

CWLSAW

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 1/10

2 stops12h 55m

£1,671

Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 30/9

2 stops9h 35m

£1,946

Cardiff WalesIstanbul

CWL - IST

CWLIST

Cardiff Wales

Tue 24/9

2 stops10h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 30/9

2 stops9h 35m

£3,213

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Deals found on 31/5

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cardiff to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 24 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Cardiff to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cardiff to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 26 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cardiff to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Cardiff with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 1 June 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cardiff to Istanbul, such as KLM and Air France. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,729 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cardiff to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cardiff to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Cardiff, you will be flying from Cardiff Wales, which is the city’s only airport. Cardiff Wales (CWL) is located 9.1 mi from the center of Cardiff. There are 0 flights from Cardiff Wales to Istanbul per day from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Cardiff to Istanbul for under £400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cardiff to Istanbul for under £400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on KLM for just £336, but on average you can expect to pay £1,195.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cardiff to Istanbul for under £900?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Cardiff to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than £900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cardiff to Istanbul round-trip?

    KLM, at £336, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cardiff to Istanbul. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air France. KLM is priced at 8% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does CWL to IST mean?

    Cardiff Wales Airport is CWL and Istanbul Airport is IST. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cardiff to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cardiff to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cardiff to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cardiff to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cardiff to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cardiff to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cardiff to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cardiff to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cardiff to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cardiff to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cardiff to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cardiff to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cardiff to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cardiff to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cardiff to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The Cardiff to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 31/5.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Istanbul (average of £151). Flying from Cardiff to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £433). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Cardiff to Istanbul

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