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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Istanbul from $949

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — IST
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 12 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,803

One-way from

$949
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/5-24/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 80h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 January 2025.

Sun 26/1021:30CHC - IST
2 stops43h 10mChina Southern
Mon 10/1115:55IST - CHC
1 stop38h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/1$1,647
Sat 17/521:25AKL - IST
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Sat 24/516:00IST - AKL
2 stops38h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/1$1,803
Sat 24/521:00AKL - IST
1 stop44h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 28/614:00IST - AKL
1 stop40h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/1$1,917
Sat 24/513:00AKL - IST
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/619:00IST - AKL
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,981
Tue 11/1111:45AKL - IST
1 stop42h 30mKorean Air
Mon 8/1221:45IST - AKL
1 stop26h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 11/1$1,990
Sun 26/1006:10CHC - IST
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1115:55IST - CHC
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$2,066
Mon 19/510:00AKL - IST
1 stop33h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 24/515:50IST - AKL
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/1$2,082
Mon 19/507:45AKL - IST
3 stops49h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 25/516:10IST - AKL
3 stops40h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/1$2,134
Mon 17/214:40AKL - SAW
1 stop31h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 5/313:40SAW - AKL
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/1$2,183
Sun 18/506:00AKL - SAW
3 stops40h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 28/516:15SAW - AKL
3 stops36h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/1$2,186
Mon 19/509:00AKL - IST
2 stops64h 10mAsiana Airlines
Sat 24/517:40IST - AKL
2 stops44h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/1$2,258
Mon 28/413:15AKL - SAW
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/513:40SAW - AKL
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$2,468

Find flights from New Zealand to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 12 January 2025.

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AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

22:00-08:10

1 stop44h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 20/3

13:35-16:35

1 stop41h 00m

$1,823

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/4

21:25-06:15

1 stop41h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 3/5

16:00-15:35

2 stops38h 35m

$1,834

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

07:30-14:45

3 stops41h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 17/3

15:55-14:05

3 stops36h 10m

$2,125

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

13:15-17:30

3 stops38h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 17/3

18:25-17:50

3 stops37h 25m

$2,134

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/4

10:00-10:45

1 stop33h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 31/5

15:50-22:10

1 stop21h 20m

$2,161

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/2

14:40-12:25

1 stop31h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/3

13:40-03:55

1 stop28h 15m

$2,183

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/3

20:00-15:40

2 stops53h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 19/3

17:20-15:10

2 stops35h 50m

$2,211

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/4

10:00-05:15

1 stop28h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 27/5

16:10-08:25

1 stop31h 15m

$2,213

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - IST

AKLIST

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/1

14:40-12:20

1 stop31h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 22/2

20:10-05:00

1 stop22h 50m

$2,461

AucklandIstanbul

AKL - SAW

AKLSAW

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/3

01:40-14:45

2 stops47h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 17/3

15:55-12:05

2 stops58h 10m

$2,479

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Istanbul as you normally would.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 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 12 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from New Zealand to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,343 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,325 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

KLM
7.8
Good
1,336 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,748 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Istanbul one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $949. Users have also found prices from $1,259 and $1,428 on China Eastern and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Istanbul?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Istanbul, Auckland Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Christchurch - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Istanbul.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from New Zealand to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 12 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,315Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,558Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,658Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,944Average$2,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,076Average$2,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,323Average$3,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,429Average$3,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,445Average$2,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,509Average$3,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,713Average$3,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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