Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Starting at $35

The Istanbul — Hamburg route is served by a wide range of airlines: 9 in total, including Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, East African Safari Air, Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, KLM, Scandinavian Airlines, FlyOne, and LOT Polish Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $35. 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.

Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the city’s main international gateway and typically serves a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines, plus a steady volume of regional connections. It sits about 8–10 km north of the city center, with the S-Bahn and regional trains linking the terminals to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof in roughly 25 minutes; taxis or rideshares can take 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Public transport fares are usually in the low single-digit euros, while taxis and airport shuttles can be noticeably costlier. Pros: compact layout, regular long-haul and European services, and good rail integration. Cons: can be busy at peak times and transfers to some suburbs may require changes.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Hamburg is $36 (December 2025), while the maximum is $166 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $80–$147.

Istanbul’s air traffic is split between the newer Istanbul Airport (IST), a major international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers, and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), often used by low-cost and regional airlines. IST sits on the European side about 40–50 km from the historic center; travel by metro+bus or taxi can take 40–60 minutes in typical traffic, with fares varying widely depending on route and service. SAW is on the Asian side roughly 40–45 km from central areas; shuttle buses, Havatas services or taxis usually take 50–80 minutes. IST tends to be seen as more modern and comfortable for transfers, while SAW can be cheaper for point-to-point budget fares but less convenient for European-side connections. Both offer regular intercity buses and car-hire options, so choice often depends on carrier, ticket price and which side of the city you’re visiting.