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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 580

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IST
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul are usually found in February or October, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Istanbul (IST). 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,147

One-way from

C$ 580

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,608

Good round-trip deal

C$ 949 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 476 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 12/12-21/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Detroit to Istanbul
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5/8
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Detroit to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 388 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 72 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2025.

Fri 12/128:35 p.m.DTW - IST
1 stop12h 20mKLM
Sun 21/125:55 p.m.IST - DTW
1 stop27h 25mKLM
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,147
Tue 7/106:50 p.m.DTW - IST
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/116:30 a.m.IST - DTW
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,152
Mon 6/106:05 p.m.DTW - IST
2 stops44h 15mLufthansa
Sat 1/116:30 a.m.IST - DTW
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,167
Fri 3/109:00 p.m.DTW - IST
Nonstop10h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/112:50 p.m.IST - DTW
Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,169
Wed 27/84:00 p.m.DTW - IST
2 stops20h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 7/98:15 a.m.IST - DTW
2 stops22h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,173
Tue 21/109:20 p.m.DTW - IST
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/105:05 p.m.IST - DTW
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,185
Sun 31/89:20 p.m.DTW - IST
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Fri 19/94:20 a.m.IST - DTW
1 stop15h 38mDelta
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,192

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

8:35 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop12h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 21/12

5:55 p.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop27h 25m

C$ 1,147

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/10

2:45 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops23h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 2/11

5:30 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

C$ 1,152

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/10

6:05 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops44h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 1/11

6:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

C$ 1,167

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/9

9:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop10h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/10

3:05 p.m.-7:05 p.m.

Nonstop11h 00m

C$ 1,169

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/8

4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 7/9

8:15 a.m.-11:21 p.m.

2 stops22h 06m

C$ 1,173

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/10

9:20 p.m.-3:25 a.m.

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 24/10

5:05 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop25h 40m

C$ 1,185

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 31/8

9:20 p.m.-3:25 a.m.

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 19/9

4:20 a.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop15h 38m

C$ 1,192

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/8

5:30 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop20h 25m

C$ 580

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 16/8

9:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop10h 10m

C$ 687

DetroitIstanbul

DTW - IST

DTWIST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/12

2:12 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops24h 33m

C$ 748

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,003). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 DTW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 29 July 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the morning.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amman (AMM) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,311.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 37m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amman (AMM) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 15m.

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 29 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,KLM, andLOT from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,228 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Istanbul?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Istanbul. It is only a 27.8 km journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, KLM (C$ 1,147), United Airlines (C$ 1,152), and Lufthansa (C$ 1,167) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport. KLM is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 687. Lufthansa flights start at C$ 748 while deals on Royal Jordanian start at C$ 755 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport is C$ 308. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,800. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Istanbul), can usually be booked for C$ 1,015.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,003). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,066AverageC$ 1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,190AverageC$ 1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,205AverageC$ 1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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