Cheap Flights from Hangzhou to Istanbul Starting at $299

More than 8 airlines operate flights from Hangzhou to Istanbul, including AirAsia X, Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and Thai Lion Air. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $299, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Hangzhou is served mainly by Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH), the region’s primary international gateway and a growing hub for domestic carriers and several full-service airlines; low-cost operators also run frequent regional routes. The airport sits about 30–35 km east of downtown Hangzhou, typically a 30–50 minute drive depending on traffic. Public options include the metro Line 1 (roughly 45–60 minutes to the city centre) and airport shuttle buses with fares generally lower than taxi or ride-hailing; taxis and app-based cars commonly take longer and can cost more, especially at peak times. Pros: relatively modern facilities, good international connections and regular high-speed rail/metro linkups nearby; cons: can be busy during holiday peaks and travel time to the historical centre is non-trivial compared with inner-city airports.

Istanbul is served primarily by Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), each catering to different travel needs. Istanbul Airport on the European side is the city’s major international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carrier traffic; it’s typically perceived as premium compared with the secondary option. Located roughly 35–45 km from the historic center, transfers by taxi or private transfer can take 30–60 minutes depending on traffic, while the airport metro and shuttle buses offer cheaper options with fares usually in the modest range. Pros: extensive connections and modern facilities; cons: longer transfers in peak traffic and a large terminal to navigate. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) functions mainly as the city’s budget and secondary international airport on the Asian side and is commonly used by low-cost and regional carriers. It sits around 40–50 km from central Sultanahmet or Taksim, with travel times typically ranging 45–70 minutes by road; public buses and airport shuttles are the most economical choice while taxis and ride-hailing are faster but can be pricier. Pros: often lower fares and less crowding on some routes; cons: fewer long-haul connections and longer cross-city transfers if your destination is on the opposite side of the Bosphorus.