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Quick Flight Summary from Frankfurt to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $76
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour 5 min
  • Direct airlines Pegasus, AJet, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $82

Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
25 Oct, Sun
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
29 Oct, Thu
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
27 Oct, Tue
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
2 Nov, Mon
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
3 Nov, Tue
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
16 Nov, Mon
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
17 Nov, Tue
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
18 Nov, Wed
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

AJet

AJet
20 Nov, Fri
Frankfurt – Istanbul
3h 15m
Non-stop
FRA–SAW

Last update: 09 October 2026 14:03

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Istanbul

Pegasus
AJet
Lufthansa
Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Frankfurt to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day18 November Wednesday
Best Price
$75
Average Price
$94
$218
$75
$191
09Fri
Oct
$218
10Sat
$164
11Sun
$99
12Mon
$79
13Tue
$79
14Wed
$79
15Thu
$168
16Fri
$147
17Sat
$164
18Sun
$128
19Mon
$79
20Tue
$79
21Wed
$79
22Thu
$79
23Fri
$79
24Sat
$76
25Sun
$76
26Mon
$76
27Tue
$76
28Wed
$76
29Thu
$76
30Fri
$105
31Sat
$154
01Sun
Nov
$76
02Mon
$76
03Tue
$78
04Wed
$76
05Thu
$76
06Fri
$76
07Sat
$76
08Sun
$76
09Mon
$76
10Tue
$78
11Wed
$76
12Thu
$78
13Fri
$76
14Sat
$76
15Sun
$76
16Mon
$76
17Tue
$75
18Wed
$75
19Thu
$75
20Fri
$94
21Sat
$97
22Sun
$75
23Mon
$75
24Tue

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Frankfurt City Center

Frankfurt Airport

Frankfurt Airport is located 12 km southwest of the city center. The airport offers guests a rich variety of services and amenities and transportation alternatives to get to and from the city center. Frankfurt Airport is accessible by train, bus, taxi and rental car.

Train

Frankfurt has an excellent public transportation system, making it quick and easy to get around the city. A convenient method of transportation to get to Frankfurt Airport from the city center is by commuter trains. The S-Bahn commuter rail line operates directly to the airport, stopping at the Frankfurt Airport Station in Terminal 1. S-Bahn lines S8 and S9 provide transportation to the airport from Frankfurt Central Station. The total trip takes about 10 minutes and trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours.  

Bus

Buses are another transportation alternative you can use to get to the airport from the city center. There are many different bus lines and routes that provide direct transportation to the airport terminals. Buses are a convenient and reliable method of transportation to get to the airport.

Taxi

Another convenient transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxis are easily accessible in every part of the city but taxi fares are more expensive than other transportation options. Only certain taxi companies are licensed to go to the airport. You can always ask the hotel you are staying at to help arrange a taxi for you. The trip from the city to the airport by taxi takes about 30 minutes.

Airport Information

Frankfurt Airport is a major international airport located about 12 km from the city center. It is the busiest airport in Germany and one of the busiest airports in Europe. Frankfurt Airport handled over 61 million passengers in 2015, connecting them to over 295 destinations around the world. The airport features a variety of services and amenities aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

Frankfurt Airport operates both domestic and international flights out of 2 passenger terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The two terminals are connected by the SkyLine train, which is free. Each terminal is equipped with a variety of services that passengers might need during their wait. The airport offers free Wi-Fi services 24 hours a day and other basic services such as ATMs, currency exchange services, tax refund providers, lounges, a conference center, VIP services, spa services, postal services, health care, airport tours, a visitors’ terrace, duty free shops, stores, restaurants, and more.

Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Italissimo, Deli Bros., Caviar House, Meyer Feinkost, Burger King, Grab & Fly, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Mc Donald’s, and more. Popular brands at the airport include Dior, Ferrero, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Davidoff, Fisher Price, Chanel, Emporio Armani, Tag Heuer, Tommy Hilfiger, Hasbro, and Lego. Frankfurt Airport also features services that are a bit more unique like yoga rooms, silent chairs, an arcade where passengers can play games for free, smoking lounges, workbenches, and lounge-like relaxation zones. 

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
23°13°
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
26°14°
Sunday
11 Oct
Cloudy
26°13°
Monday
12 Oct
Rain
23°15°
Tuesday
13 Oct
Rain
16°14°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Frankfurt Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Frankfurt-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Frankfurt-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Frankfurt-Istanbul flights, you can use Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt Hahn Airport, Frankfurt (Main) Railway Station as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Frankfurt-Istanbul is 1852 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Frankfurt-Istanbul flights is Friday.
AJet, Turkish Airlines, Tarom organizes direct flights between Frankfurt-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with AJet starts from approximately $74.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Pegasus
$77
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
AJet
$74
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Serbia
$108
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
LOT Polish Airlines
$209
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage

Last update: 08.10.2026

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