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Turkish Airlines
Every day
starting at $720
Chicago is served primarily by two major airports with distinct roles. O’Hare International (ORD) is the city’s primary international and connecting hub, typically hosting legacy carriers like United and American alongside many global airlines; it is often seen as a full-service, sometimes pricier option and lies about 17–18 miles northwest of downtown. Travel options include the CTA Blue Line train (roughly 35–50 minutes), airport express buses and taxis/ride-shares (30–60 minutes depending on traffic), with fares ranging from transit fares to moderate taxi/ride-share rates. Pros: extensive international connections and amenities; cons: busy terminals and occasional long transfer times. Midway (MDW) functions more as a domestic budget-leaning airport, commonly served by low-cost and regional carriers such as Southwest, and is located about 10 miles southwest of downtown. It’s typically perceived as more budget-friendly for domestic flights. Transit choices include the CTA Orange Line (about 25–40 minutes), buses, and taxis/ride-shares (20–45 minutes), with lower transit fares and generally shorter taxi runs. Pros: quicker security lines and closer proximity to the city center; cons: fewer international routes and smaller terminal facilities.
Istanbul has two main airports serving different traveler needs. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the large international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers and can be pricier to reach from the city center; it sits roughly 30–45 km northwest of central districts and is usually 35–60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with airport shuttle buses and metro connections taking about 40–60 minutes for modest fares. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is positioned on the Asian side and often caters to low-cost and regional airlines; it’s about 35–45 km from central European-side neighborhoods and typically 45–75 minutes by road, with budget shuttle buses available. Pros: broad route networks at IST, cheaper fares at SAW; cons: both can be some distance from the center and subject to heavy traffic at peak times.
Fly nonstop from Chicago to Istanbul for the quickest, most convenient way to bridge the heart of the Midwest with Turkey’s vibrant culture — fewer hassles, no lengthy layovers, and more time to enjoy your destination. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, choosing a direct flight saves valuable travel time and offers a more relaxed journey overall, making it easy to arrive ready to explore.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Chicago to Istanbul is $293 (February 2026), while the maximum is $556 (June 2026). On average, a ticket costs $393–$397.
Chicago — Istanbul
02/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
TK6
starting at $730
Chicago — Istanbul
03/21/2026
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TK6
starting at $867
Chicago — Istanbul
06/22/2026
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TK186
starting at $805
Chicago — Istanbul
08/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
TK6
starting at $691
Chicago — Istanbul
10/02/2026
Departure
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TK186
starting at $575
Chicago — Istanbul
02/14/2026
Departure
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TK6
starting at $1,345
Chicago — Istanbul
02/14/2026
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TK186
starting at $583
Chicago — Istanbul
04/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
TK6
starting at $626
Chicago — Istanbul
05/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
TK6
starting at $696
Chicago — Istanbul
02/12/2026
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TK186
starting at $688
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The Chicago — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Icelandair, Frontier Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Canada, Air Serbia, Aer Lingus, KLM, LOT Polish Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, and United Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $256. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
The cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $256
Often the best time to buy tickets from Chicago to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: February, August, September.
The fastest flights from Chicago to Istanbul start from 10 hours 20 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Chicago — Istanbul: Turkish Airlines
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Istanbul departs on 04/15/2026, is operated by Icelandair and costs $256
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Chicago to Istanbul departs on 04/29/2026, is operated by Icelandair and costs $568
Fastest flight from Chicago to Istanbul takes 10h 20m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Chicago and Istanbul is 8806km (5460 miles). The average flight duration is 10h 30m. There are 16 direct flights from Chicago to Istanbul. The time difference between Chicago and Istanbul is 9h. Flights from Chicago begin at 11:50 AM. The latest flight from Chicago departs at 8:20 PM