Cheap flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt
May brings lighter crowds on this route, making it easier to compare options without the usual rush. cheap flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt connect two cities with several choices between direct services and one-stop connections across both departure airports. The journey takes you through a mix of low-cost carriers and full-service airlines, each offering different schedules depending on your preferred timing.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PegasusPC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 27 Dec 2026 | from $66 | Search 27 Dec 2026 |
 AjetVF | with a stop | — | 27 Dec 2026 | from $69 | Search 27 Dec 2026 |
 Turkish AirlinesTK | direct | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 10 Dec 2026 | from $83 | Search 10 Dec 2026 |
 TaromRO | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 1 Mar 2027 | from $87 | Search 1 Mar 2027 |
 LufthansaLH | direct | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 27 Jan 2027 | from $104 | Search 27 Jan 2027 |
 Air SerbiaJU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 5 Jan 2027 | from $110 | Search 5 Jan 2027 |
 LOT Polish AirlinesLO | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 29 Nov 2026 | from $119 | Search 29 Nov 2026 |
 Sky ExpressGQ | with a stop | — | 19 Jan 2027 | from $129 | Search 19 Jan 2027 |
 Air EuropaUX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $153 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
 Aegean AirlinesA3 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $164 | Search 13 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: December — from $66.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $242 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $69 | 25 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $66 | 27 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $69 | 26 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $69 | 8 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $69 | 9 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $67 | 15 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $67 | 4 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $67 | 1 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $67 | 10 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $118 | 27 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $70 | 21 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | Istanbul Airport IST | 33 km |
| Istanbul | Sabiha Gokcen SAW | 33 km |
| Frankfurt | Frankfurt International FRA | 13 km |
| Frankfurt | Hahn Airport HHN | 103 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Booking three months ahead usually gives better availability than last-minute searches for this corridor. May stands out as the quietest period with fewer travelers competing for seats, while summer sees higher demand from tourists heading to Germany or onward connections. Weekday departures tend to fill faster than weekend flights, and booking mid-week often reveals lower prices compared to Friday or Sunday travel.
Airlines and what to expect
The route features a balanced mix of budget operators and established carriers serving this connection. Pegasus, Ajet, and Sky Express offer low-cost fares with basic seating included on direct services between Istanbul airports and Frankfurt International. Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air Europa, LOT Polish Airlines, Air Serbia, and Tarom provide full-service options, many routing through their respective hubs for connecting passengers.
Arriving — Frankfurt
Frankfurt International sits about twelve kilometres from the city centre with frequent S-Bahn trains running every few minutes to the main station. Hahn Airport requires a longer transfer roughly one hundred kilometres away, typically reached by shuttle bus or car rental. Both airports offer clear signage and information desks for first-time visitors navigating arrivals.
Before you go: Germany
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- German
- Emergency number
- 112, 110
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +49
- Internet domain
- .de
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Frankfurt
- 761 k (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Berlin)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify whether your passport needs additional documentation when entering Germany from Turkey depending on your nationality and residency status.
- Confirm which Istanbul airport your flight departs from since tickets can originate at either location with different ground transport costs.
- Check if baggage allowances are included or sold separately, especially when booking with low-cost carriers versus full-service airlines.
- Review connection times carefully when flying with one-stop options to ensure sufficient time between flights on separate reservations.
Frequently asked questions
Istanbul – Frankfurt: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for December 2026 — $66. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Istanbul – Frankfurt: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Pegasus, Ajet, Turkish Airlines, Tarom, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, LOT Polish Airlines, Sky Express, Air Europa, Aegean Airlines.
Istanbul – Frankfurt: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Frankfurt?
The distance is about 1,865 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 h 43 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Istanbul – Frankfurt?
Istanbul: Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). Frankfurt: Frankfurt International (FRA), Hahn Airport (HHN).
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Frankfurt?
Frankfurt is 2 h behind Istanbul.