£373 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Istanbul (IST)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £373 for one-way flights and £529 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Icelandair
LOT-Polish Airlines
LOT-Polish Airlines
Icelandair
Turkish Airlines
LOT-Polish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Lufthansa
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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Istanbul (IST)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £392 - £1,278 per traveller.

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Flight from Chicago to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Air Serbia, British Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£528
Distance
8735 km
Average flight time
18 hours 30 mins

Compare flights from Chicago to Istanbul easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Chicago to Istanbul. Operating between them 10 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines, Pakistan International Airlines, Miat Mongolian Airlines, IndiGo fly direct, getting you to Istanbul in just 10hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from O'Hare Intl. to Istanbul.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from O'Hare Intl. (ORD) to Istanbul (IST)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Chicago to Istanbul today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from O'Hare Intl. to Istanbul start at just £529 and range up to £594.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Chicago and Istanbul
  • booking your flight during December, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Chicago to Istanbul flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from O'Hare Intl. to Istanbul for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O'Hare Airport to IST?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between ORD and IST start from £529. Book today to score the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Every air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, visit our Customer Service Portal.
Can I fly from O'Hare Airport to IST right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to IST please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to IST that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for O'Hare Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to IST?
You'll have 8,800 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Chicago to Arnavutkoy route. Dress in layers of comfy clothes and consider taking earplugs and a sleep mask.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to IST?
At the moment, no airlines offer flights directly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to IST. You'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. To get the best price and connections, lock in your airfare ahead of time.
Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from ORD to Istanbul Airport surfacing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance.

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