Cheap Flights from Copenhagen to Istanbul — $72

The route Copenhagen — Istanbul is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Ryanair, airBaltic, OpenSkies, Norwegian Air International, and Mokulele Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $72) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) serves as Denmark’s main international gateway and a regional hub for full-service carriers and low-cost airlines alike, so you can expect a mix of premium long-haul services and budget European connections. The airport sits about 8–12 km south of Copenhagen city centre (depending on which terminal area you use) and is typically reachable by frequent trains and metro services in roughly 13–20 minutes; buses and taxis take about 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Train/metro fares are generally moderate for Scandinavian standards while taxis can be relatively costly. Pros: efficient public transport links, modern facilities and plenty of onward connections. Cons: can be busy during peak seasons and some budget flights may use more remote boarding areas.

Istanbul is served primarily by two major airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) functions as the country’s main international hub and a premium gateway for long-haul and transfer traffic; it typically hosts full-service carriers and major alliances and can be perceived as mid-to-higher priced for lounges and on-site services. Located about 35–45 km northwest of the historic center, transfers by taxi or ride-share usually take 35–60 minutes depending on traffic (fares often range widely), while the metro and long-distance buses provide cheaper connections in roughly 40–60 minutes. Pros: modern facilities, extensive route network, plenty of amenities. Cons: longer transfer times to central districts and potentially higher ground-transport costs during peak hours. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) operates mainly as a secondary, budget- and low-cost-carrier–friendly airport on the Asian side. It typically serves many regional and low-cost airlines and can be perceived as more budget-friendly for fares, though convenience varies by origin. The airport sits about 35–45 km southeast of central Sultanahmet/ Taksim, with travel times by car or taxi commonly 40–70 minutes depending on traffic; public buses and shuttle services take roughly 60–90 minutes but are usually cheaper. Pros: often lower ticket prices and shorter queues for budget carriers. Cons: further from some tourist areas and slower public-transport links compared with the main hub.

In different months, ticket prices from Copenhagen to Istanbul vary: minimum — $73 (September 2026), maximum — $146 (May 2027). Typically, the flight costs $96–$178.