Cheap Flights from Kuwait (KWI) to Istanbul (IST) from P9,244

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Istanbul.P9,244 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound direct flight with Jazeera Airways departs from Kuwait on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Jazeera Airways departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,244, select.

Istanbul.P10,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,166, select.

Istanbul.P10,343 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,343, select.

Istanbul.P10,343 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,343, select.

Istanbul.P10,383 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,383, select.

Istanbul.P10,576 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,576, select.

Istanbul.P12,225 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,225, select.

Istanbul.P12,447 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,447, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Istanbul

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Kuwait to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kuwait to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Kuwait to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	P9,244
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	3 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	66

Finding cheap flights from Kuwait to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kuwait to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuwait to Istanbul is P9,244. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kuwait to Istanbul?

3 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Kuwait to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Kuwait to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Kuwait Airways and LOT fly direct from Kuwait to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Kuwait to Istanbul?

As of December 2025, there are 66 flights per week flying from Kuwait to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuwait to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Istanbul is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 13 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kuwait Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 53 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kuwait Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Jazeera Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Kuwait.
Each week, there are 56 Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. To jet off early, select the 01:45 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 22:00 with Jazeera Airways.
Your KWI to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Istanbul (and then other corners of Türkiye (Turkey)) is a cinch. You can fly nonstop with:
Jazeera Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the top stopovers between KWI and IST:
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
- Trabzon Airport
- Cairo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

P6,510 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from P9,244. These fares can change based on availability.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KWI to IST.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KWI to IST.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

Kuwait International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from KWI land on schedule 81.62% of the time.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel close to KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

April is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KWI to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key reasons to visit.