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Quick Flight Summary from Istanbul to Seattle

  • Lowest recent price
    $442
  • Direct flight duration 12 hour 20 min
  • Arrival airports LKE / SEA / PAE
  • Best days to book Monday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $488

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Seattle

Best Price

American Airlines

American Airlines
4 Dec, Fri
Istanbul – Seattle
1d 7h 30m
1 stop
IST–SEA

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
4 Dec, Fri
Istanbul – Seattle
1d 1h 53m
2 stop
SAW–SEA
Shortest Flight

Lufthansa

Lufthansa
15 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Seattle
16h 30m
1 stop
IST–SEA

Lufthansa

Lufthansa
30 Oct, Fri
Istanbul – Seattle
1d 3h 55m
1 stop
IST–SEA

Air Canada

Air Canada
24 Nov, Tue
Istanbul – Seattle
1d 2h 27m
2 stop
IST–SEA

Air Canada

Air Canada
12 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Seattle
22h 52m
2 stop
IST–SEA

Lufthansa

Lufthansa
19 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Seattle
16h 30m
1 stop
IST–SEA

Lufthansa

Lufthansa
5 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Seattle
16h 30m
1 stop
IST–SEA

Lufthansa

Lufthansa
7 Nov, Sat
Istanbul – Seattle
16h 30m
1 stop
IST–SEA

Last update: 23 October 2026 11:51

Estimated Prices for Istanbul to Seattle Flights

Cheapest Day4 December Friday
Best Price
$442
Average Price
$688
$896
$442
$896
23Fri
Oct
$895
24Sat
$855
25Sun
$767
26Mon
$767
27Tue
$768
28Wed
$764
29Thu
$627
30Fri
$765
02Mon
Nov
$658
03Tue
$658
04Wed
$635
05Thu
$635
07Sat
$638
09Mon
$633
12Thu
$600
15Sun
$646
16Mon
$638
17Tue
$657
18Wed
$635
19Thu
$628
24Tue
$656
25Wed
$638
26Thu
$442
04Fri
Dec

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Istanbul City Center

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is accessible by car using the TEM highway. Take the Sabiha Gökçen Airport exit off the TEM highway and follow the signs to the airport. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. There is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot at the airport. There are some private parking facilities located around the airport that travelers can also use.   

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic, especially during rush hour. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadıköy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a particularly convenient means of transportation for those coming from the European side of the city. Those on the European side can get on at Yenikapı, take the Marmaray to the Ayrılık Çeşmesi stop, from there get on the Kadıköy-Kartal metro to Kartal and then either take a taxi or public bus to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Bus

The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also accessible by public bus.

Lines that operate between central locations in the city and the airport are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Metro

Starting in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of the city, the metro passes through many stations like Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, and Maltepe. Get off at the Kartal stop. From here you can take a bus or taxi to the airport.

Rental Cars

The airport is accessible by car, so another option is to rent a vehicle for transportation. There are many car rental agencies located in the city from which you can rent a car and drive to the airport. You can return your rental car at the airport by notifying them in advance.

Airport Information

Simit Sarayı, Center Point, Mc Donald’s, Mc D Cafe, İstanbul Cafe, Drive Inn Cafe, Burger King, Popeyes, Sbarro, Usta Dönerci, Kahve Dünyası and Starbucks are located in the departures hall. Kahve Dünyası, Secco Kafe, Usta Dönerci, Burger King, Sbarro, Mc Donald’s, Trattoria Milano, Heroes Sports Bar, Grab&Fly and Gate Café are located after passport control for international departures. Kahve Dünyası, Burger King, Mc Donald’s, Center Point, Turkish Kitchen, Kıvanç Gökçe Büfe, Grab&Fly, Simit&Çay and Coca Cola Gate Café are located after the security checkpoint in the domestic terminal. Kahve Dünyası, Karafırın, Simit Sarayı and Burger King are located in the arrivals hall. Fly Café is located in the outdoor parking lot. The following passenger lounges offer comfortable and convenient services at Sabiha Gökçen Airport: LGM CIP Lounge, Wings Lounge, Lounge İstanbul International Flights and Turkish Airlines Lounge. The Setur duty free retail stores offer a rich selection of products. 


Istanbul Airport

You can get to Istanbul Airport from different parts of Istanbul by bus, metro, Havaist, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • You can reach Istanbul Airport from the districts of Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey to Istanbul Airport takes 1 hour 40 minutes from Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes from Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes from Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes from Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes from Sarıyer.
  • Keep in mind that traffic on the roads to the airport can be heavy during morning and evening rush hours, on weekends, and on public holidays, so travel times may be longer.
Metro
  • From the city center, you can take the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul New Airport metro line to the airport.
  • The metro provides direct access to the airport from the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe stations.
  • Gayrettepe station is one of Istanbul's major transfer points. You can reach it by metrobus, bus, or the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line, then transfer to the airport metro.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:40.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • You can reach Istanbul Airport from key locations across Istanbul on Havaist buses.
  • Havaist buses make it easy to get to the airport from Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • For detailed information on timetables and fares, you can visit the official Havaist website or contact a customer service representative.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi to the airport from anywhere in Istanbul, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • When traveling from the city center to the airport, any bridge and toll road fees along the route are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can get to Istanbul Airport from the city center by renting a car.
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, or any of the many other companies with an office at the airport, and use the vehicle delivery points at the airport.
Transfer
  • You can travel from the city center to the airport in luxury and comfort with a private transfer service.
  • Since transfer is somewhat more expensive than the other options, you may want to share the cost with friends.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.

Transportation to Seattle City Center from Airport

Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport

Neighboring Canada, the seaport city of Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington and a major city in the U.S. The city gets its name from an ancient Native American chief and its official nickname is Emerald City due to its lush greenery and beautiful nature.

The city of Seattle is served by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a major airport that handled over 42 million passengers in 2015. Also referred to as Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is used as a major transfer airport due to its proximity to Canada. Located about 24 km from the city, there are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport that are both quick and easy. The Link Light Rail system provides transportation between Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle, which takes about 40 minutes. Other transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport include taxis, shuttle services, and rental cars.

Link Light Rail

The Link Light Rail system is the most commonly used means of public transportation in Seattle. These light rail trains are a great transportation alternative to get to the city center from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These trains provide transportation directly from the airport to downtown Seattle. The Link Light Rail is accessibly from the parking lot, on level 4. Trains operate every 7.5 to 15 minutes and take about 40 minutes to get to the city center from the airport. Monday to Saturday the Link Light Rail operates from 5 am to 1 am and on Sundays it operates from 6 am to midnight. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the station with cash or credit card.

Bicycle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features various bicycle resources for passengers who want to travel to and from the airport by bike. The airport features bicycle assembly stations, bicycle parking areas, and long-term storage areas. There are over 50 bicycle rental stations located in the city that are a part of the city’s bike share system. Fees start at 8 USD. You can get to the city center from the airport by following the special bike paths and shared roadways.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels located in Seattle provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance. We recommend making a reservation for this service. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi. Depending on your destination in the city it can take about 20 minutes to get to downtown Seattle from the airport. 

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Taxis are easily accessible from the taxi stands that are located on the 3rd floor of the parking lot. A taxi to the city center from the airport costs 50 USD on average and takes 20 minutes if there’s no traffic. The fare and duration will vary depending on your final destination in the city.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another way to get to the city center from the airport. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies at the airport are located at the Rental Car Facility. Shuttle buses depart from the terminal exits and provide transportation to the Rental Car Facility. Depending on the traffic it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar Car Rental, Enterprise, Firefly, Hertz, National, Payless, and Sixt.

Shuttle

There are various shared ride van and scheduled airporter services that provide transportation from Sea-Tac Airport to the city center. Each company has specific drop off and pick up locations. For more information on shuttle services to the city, shuttle operators and fares please visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s website.

Seattle Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Thursday
22 Oct
Cloudy
14°6°
Today
Friday
23 Oct
Clear
13°5°
Saturday
24 Oct
Cloudy
14°4°
Sunday
25 Oct
Cloudy
14°8°
Monday
26 Oct
Cloudy
14°8°

Popular Flights to Seattle

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Istanbul-Seattle flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Istanbul-Seattle flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Istanbul-Seattle flights, you can use Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport as departure airport, and Seattle Lake Union Airport, Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport, Paine - Snohomish County Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Istanbul-Seattle is 9742 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 12 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Istanbul-Seattle flights is Tuesday.
American Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Canada, Turkish Airlines, Delta Air Lines organizes direct flights between Istanbul-Seattle.
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 American Airlines starts from approximately $432.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
$733
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Lufthansa
$572
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / 2 pieces checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Air Canada
$615
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece handbag / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
American Airlines
$432
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
$437
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage

Last update: 23.10.2026

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