Cheap flights from Florence to Istanbul

March tends to offer the lowest fares across most airlines on this connection. The summer months bring higher demand as travellers head toward Turkey, while November through February see steadier pricing with occasional dips around school holidays. Weekday departures typically cost less than weekend flights, and booking well ahead of peak seasons helps secure better rates regardless of which carrier you choose.

Full-service carriers like Scandinavian Airlines, Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, ITA Airways, and Aegean Airlines include checked baggage and meals in their fares. Low-cost options such as Transavia France, Vueling Airlines, Volotea, and Air Serbia charge extra for hold luggage and often use separate airport terminals. Portuguese carriers like Portug connect through Lisbon or Porto depending on the day you travel.

Istanbul Airport serves long-haul and most European connections with a large terminal that requires time to navigate before reaching transport options. Sabiha Gokcen handles additional low-cost flights and sits closer to certain parts of the city but still demands a taxi or shuttle ride to reach central districts. Both airports offer public transit links though frequency varies by hour, so checking timetables ahead helps avoid missing connections.

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 which airport your flight uses since Istanbul has two options with different transfer times.
• Check whether your fare includes checked baggage as low-cost tickets often exclude this entirely.
• Verify that connecting flights are booked on a single reservation when routing through multiple hubs.
• Ensure your passport meets Turkey's entry requirements for the length of your stay.
• Consider how seasonal demand affects pricing if travelling during summer or holiday periods.