Cheap Flights from Warsaw to Istanbul — $70

The route Warsaw — Istanbul is served by many carriers — 7 in total, including LOT Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, LC Busre SAC, Ryanair, Scandinavian Airlines, and Cityjet. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $70) 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.

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is Poland’s main international gateway and typically functions as the city’s premium hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers alongside some low-cost operators. Located about 10 km (6 miles) south of the city centre, journeys by train or express bus usually take 20–30 minutes; fares can be in the low single-digit euros/zloty range for public transport, with taxis or ride-hailing taking 20–40 minutes depending on traffic and costing noticeably more. Pros: more frequent international connections, better onboard and lounge services; cons: can be busier and pricier than secondary airports for budget travellers. Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) sits roughly 40 km (25 miles) north of central Warsaw and is typically positioned as a low-cost, point-to-point base favored by budget airlines. Access options include shuttle buses and regional rail links that usually take 40–60 minutes to reach the centre, with shuttle fares typically lower than taxi alternatives; expect longer transit times in peak periods. Pros: often cheaper fares and simpler, smaller terminals; cons: fewer routes, longer transfers, and limited services compared with the main airport.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international gateway and a major long-haul hub, catering to a mix of full-service carriers and many international airlines; it can be perceived as pricier on average compared with secondary airports due to its global connectivity. Located about 35–50 km northwest of the historic city center, transfers typically take 35–60 minutes by taxi or 45–75 minutes by HAVABUS shuttle or municipal buses depending on traffic; fares can range from moderate to higher for taxis and are usually low for public buses. Pros: modern facilities, extensive route network and plentiful lounges; cons: longer transfer times in peak traffic and larger distances between terminals and the city. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) functions primarily as a budget- and leisure-oriented international airport serving many low-cost and regional carriers, often offering more economical fares for point-to-point travel. It sits on the Asian side roughly 35–45 km from central Sultanahmet and Taksim; travel times are typically 45–75 minutes by shuttle or bus, and 40–60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with fares generally lower than premium airport transfers but variable during rush hours. Pros: often cheaper flights and less crowding than the main hub; cons: fewer long-haul options and longer commutes to some central attractions, especially from European-side neighborhoods.

In different months, ticket prices from Warsaw to Istanbul vary: minimum — $66 (October 2026), maximum — $128 (July 2027). Typically, the flight costs $77–$87.