Cheap Flights from Chisinau to Istanbul — $38

The Chisinau — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, FlyOne, HiSky, LC Busre SAC, and Turkish Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $38. 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 distance between Chisinau and Istanbul is 662km (410 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 34m. There are 60 direct flights from Chisinau to Istanbul. The time difference between Chisinau and Istanbul is 1h. Flights from Chisinau begin at 7:00 AM. The latest flight from Chisinau departs at 3:40 AM

Chisinau International Airport (KIV) serves as Moldova’s main international gateway and typically handles a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers connecting to Europe, Turkey and regional destinations. It can be seen as a compact international hub rather than a large transfer center, with domestic services limited. The airport sits about 13 km (roughly 20–30 minutes) southeast of central Chisinau; taxis and ride-hailing are the quickest options and usually cost more than public buses, while the scheduled bus lines take around 30–40 minutes for a lower fare. Facilities are modest but functional, making KIV convenient for direct arrivals and departures, though peak times can be crowded and transfer choices are limited compared with larger European hubs.

Fly nonstop from Chișinău to Istanbul for the quickest, most convenient way to reach Turkey’s cultural and business hub — fewer hassles, no layovers, and more time to enjoy the city. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, choosing a direct flight saves hours and delivers a more comfortable, stress-free journey, ideal for short trips or tight schedules.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Chisinau to Istanbul is $43 (February 2026), while the maximum is $122 (November 2026). On average, a ticket costs $59–$120.

Istanbul is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city's primary international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers; it can be positioned as a modern, larger facility often used by flag and global airlines. IST sits about 35–45 km northwest of the historic city center, with metro and Havaist shuttle buses usually taking 45–75 minutes depending on traffic and costing roughly €2–€10 for public options or higher for private transfers. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) operates more as a budget- and low-cost-carrier gateway on the Asian side, typically hosting regional and low-cost airlines; it lies around 40–50 km from central landmarks, reachable by express buses or metro-connector services in about 60–90 minutes with fares typically in the lower public transport range. Pros at IST include extensive international connections and modern facilities; cons can be longer transfers to some central areas. SAW’s pros are often lower fares and quicker access for Asian-side neighborhoods, while cons include fewer long-haul options and potentially longer cross-city transfers if you need to reach the European side.