Cheap flights from Valencia to Istanbul

February brings lighter travel demand after the winter holidays, making it the cheapest month on this connecting route. School breaks in Spain and Turkey create busier periods in January and around March when spring term begins. Weekday departures tend to carry lower fares than weekend flights. The destination sees steady traffic year-round since it is a major transit hub rather than purely leisure-oriented.

Wizz Air and its Malta subsidiary operate this route as budget carriers with basic fares that charge separately for checked bags and seat selection. Vueling Airlines and Easyjet also fly here using low-cost models where extras add to the base price. Volotea, Transavia France, and Air Europa provide service through their respective networks. Lufthansa stands out as a full-service option on this connection with meals included in the ticket. All carriers require transfers since no non-stop flights exist between Valencia Airport and Istanbul's hubs.

Istanbul Airport sits far from the city centre while Sabiha Gokcen offers easier access to the Asian side of the metropolis. Both airports have metro links and taxi services running into downtown areas throughout the day. The longer transfer at Istanbul Airport means allowing more time if you are catching a onward connection. Consider which terminal serves your airline since the two facilities sit on opposite sides of the strait.

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

• Check whether your fare includes checked luggage before confirming the booking.
• Verify which arrival airport each airline uses when comparing options.
• Book connecting flights together to avoid missing your link if delays occur.
• Ensure your passport meets validity requirements for entry into Turkey.
• Avoid peak holiday periods unless flexibility allows higher prices.