Cheap Flights from Chisinau to Istanbul

Book roughly six to eight weeks ahead for the best balance between availability and price. February tends to be lighter on traffic compared to the summer peak or holiday periods. Weekday departures often cost less than weekend flights, though you should verify this on the date-specific calendar before committing.

Turkish Airlines operates full-service flights with baggage included in the base fare. Wizz Air and Ajet are low-cost carriers where seats are priced separately from checked luggage. FLYONE and HiSky offer regional connections with their own terms for extras. LOT Polish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Pegasus, Sun Express and Tarom provide additional direct or one-stop choices depending on the day.

Istanbul Airport is the newer hub located further north from the city centre, requiring a longer transfer time into downtown areas. Sabiha Gokcen sits closer to the Asian side with quicker access if you are staying in that district. Both airports have metro links and taxis; allow extra time at the larger facility for baggage claim and customs queues.

Currency

TRY (₺)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Turkish

Emergency number

112, 177

Driving side

right

Calling code

+36

Internet domain

.tr

Population of Istanbul

15.7 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm whether your fare includes checked luggage before arriving at the airport counter.
• Verify which Istanbul airport your ticket uses since transfers between them take significant time.
• Check if a separate booking is required when connecting through another city on different airlines.
• Ensure your passport validity meets Turkish entry requirements for your nationality.
• Review seasonal price variations as fares shift outside peak holiday months.