Statistics on Chicago-Istanbul flights:what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go:what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Istanbul (from:Chicago)
The average price to go to Istanbul from Chicago airport is $ 1207 (round trip). However,there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus,it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1011 (in february) and $ 1570 (in june),which is a saving of $ 196 or a surplus of $ 363 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $978 to $1033 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful,the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Istanbul before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price,go straight to the second part of this page:When to buy your Chicago-Istanbul plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60000 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Istanbul from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course,prices can vary from year to year,but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays,events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in february,the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1011,saving $ 196 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1207). Conversely,june will be the most expensive ($ 1570).
Flight Chicago-Istanbul:when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 934 | $ 1070 | good price |
| February | $ 911 | $ 1011 the cheapest | very good price |
| March | $ 931 | $ 1071 | good price |
| April | $ 952 | $ 1041 | good price |
| May | $ 1030 | $ 1202 | fair price |
| June | $ 1323 | $ 1570 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 1367 | $ 1557 | high price |
| August | $ 1168 | $ 1362 | fair price |
| September | $ 977 | $ 1089 | good price |
| October | $ 943 | $ 1025 | good price |
| November | $ 918 | $ 1076 | good price |
| December | $ 1062 | $ 1403 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket:if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search,go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Istanbul
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Istanbul range from $597 to $1956. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $598 to $652),1% at the maximum price (from $1902 to $1956). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1033 to $1087 (10% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Istanbul flight
There are 9 companies that serve Chicago from Istanbul airport:Turkish Airlines,Delta,Icelandair,Spirit Airlines,SAS,LOT,Frontier Airlines,Qatar Airways and British Airways.
Data analysis:
Of the 60000 flights analyzed in previous years,Turkish Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (74% of the time) on the Chicago->Istanbul route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Chicago-Istanbul flight,you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 385 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically,Chicago-Istanbul flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date,you can save an average of $73. On the other hand,departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $61.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically,return flights from Istanbul to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date,you will save an average of $65. Conversely,departing from Istanbul on a saturday may cost you an additional $72.
Top prices Chicago-Istanbul
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago →Istanbul | 06-04 to 16-04-2025 | $ 750 | layover flight with Icelandair |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 09-05 to 18-05-2025 | $ 714 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 10-05 to 20-05-2025 | $ 714 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 12-05 to 19-05-2025 | $ 642 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 14-05 to 20-05-2025 | $ 661 | layover flight with Icelandair |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 16-05 to 23-05-2025 | $ 679 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 15-09 to 21-09-2025 | $ 758 | layover flight with Icelandair |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 18-09 to 25-09-2025 | $ 509 | layover flight with Icelandair |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 09-10 to 24-10-2025 | $ 685 | layover flight with Icelandair |
| Chicago →Istanbul | 11-02 to 19-02-2026 | $ 781 | layover flight with Icelandair |
When to book your flight Chicago - Istanbul to get the cheapest price?
Statistically,you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However,you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know:the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book,but also on the day of the week you book! So,to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Istanbul flight,it is recommended to book your ticket on a sunday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Istanbul,it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 1145 $,which is a saving of 62 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand,if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance,you will pay the full price (172 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Istanbul flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore,we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time:4 to 5 months before departure (average price:959 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1027),5 to 6 months ($ 999),6 to 7 months ($ 1053) |
| February | Best time:3 to 4 months before departure (average price:918 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 964),4 to 5 months ($ 957),5 to 6 months ($ 935) |
| March | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:978 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1065),2 to 3 months ($ 1045),3 to 4 months ($ 1026),4 to 5 months ($ 993),5 to 6 months ($ 1021),7 to 8 months ($ 1038),8 to 9 months ($ 1056),9 to 10 months ($ 1023),10 to 11 months ($ 1055) |
| April | Best time:5 to 6 months before departure (average price:985 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1025),3 to 4 months ($ 1020),4 to 5 months ($ 996),6 to 7 months ($ 1039),7 to 8 months ($ 1011),8 to 9 months ($ 1021),9 to 10 months ($ 1020) |
| May | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:1119 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1182),2 to 3 months ($ 1160),3 to 4 months ($ 1172),5 to 6 months ($ 1166),7 to 8 months ($ 1147),8 to 9 months ($ 1144),9 to 10 months ($ 1161),10 to 11 months ($ 1136) |
| June | Best time:9 to 10 months before departure (average price:1446 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1510),2 to 3 months ($ 1482),3 to 4 months ($ 1487),5 to 6 months ($ 1532),6 to 7 months ($ 1505),7 to 8 months ($ 1457),8 to 9 months ($ 1462),10 to 11 months ($ 1451) |
| July | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:1457 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1466),4 to 5 months ($ 1519),6 to 7 months ($ 1537),7 to 8 months ($ 1507),8 to 9 months ($ 1535),9 to 10 months ($ 1485) |
| August | Best time:5 to 6 months before departure (average price:1266 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1332),2 to 3 months ($ 1307),3 to 4 months ($ 1287),4 to 5 months ($ 1285),6 to 7 months ($ 1337),7 to 8 months ($ 1344),8 to 9 months ($ 1323),9 to 10 months ($ 1345),10 to 11 months ($ 1310) |
| September | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:1033 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1050),3 to 4 months ($ 1083),4 to 5 months ($ 1058),5 to 6 months ($ 1076),6 to 7 months ($ 1078),8 to 9 months ($ 1066),10 to 11 months ($ 1065) |
| October | Best time:1 to 2 months before departure (average price:971 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 990),3 to 4 months ($ 1008),9 to 10 months ($ 1023),10 to 11 months ($ 986) |
| November | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:970 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1034),3 to 4 months ($ 1066),4 to 5 months ($ 1062),8 to 9 months ($ 1065),10 to 11 months ($ 1069) |
| December | Best time:1 to 2 months before departure (average price:1221 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1307),3 to 4 months ($ 1264),4 to 5 months ($ 1356),5 to 6 months ($ 1341) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically,sunday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Istanbul are the cheapest. So,by buying your plane ticket on a sunday,you will save $10. Conversely,by buying it on a tuesday,you may end up paying $27 more.
Chicago to Istanbul:flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2025 | $ 1292 $905 to $1693 | high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1061 $750 to $1766 | high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1024 $642 to $1679 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1510 $851 to $2661 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1308 $950 to $2455 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1066 $946 to $1726 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 967 $509 to $1712 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 933 $497 to $1726 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 1001 $782 to $1713 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 1753 $1753 to $1753 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2026 | $ 975 $788 to $1202 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2026 | $ 895 $781 to $994 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price,may,june,july,august,september,october,november,january and february are cheaper to travel to Istanbul. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!