Find cheap flight tickets from Istanbul to New Delhi – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 23% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and IndiGo. Average duration is 6h 44m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Top routes
SAW - DEL
Cheapest • 2% average savings
IST - DEL
Most popular
Insights
Insights
Avoid delays
IndiGo
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
June
Cheapest • 18% price drop
February
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 31,623 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 11h 07m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to New Delhi!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to New Delhi

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to New Delhi

Multiple Airlines Logo
TR5  Treorchy Treherbert-DEL Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport
7310 kmmulti-stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
DEL  Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport-TR5 Treorchy Treherbert
7310 kmmulti-stop
Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul to New Delhi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to New Delhi?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to New Delhi. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to New Delhi?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to New Delhi at ₹ 35,966 return.
•November (₹ 58,646) and April (₹ 52,952) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul to New Delhi the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul to New Delhi are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Istanbul to New Delhi flights

Low season

June
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Istanbul to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to New Delhi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Istanbul to New Delhi flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul to New Delhi:

    • Earliest: departs at 17:55 and lands at 00:39
    • Latest: departs at 20:45 and lands at 03:29.

    The flight takes about 6h 44m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Istanbul to New Delhi.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    A direct flight from Istanbul to New Delhi takes 6h 44m, covering 7,310 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul to New Delhi flight?

    Return flights from Istanbul to New Delhi range from ₹ 35,230 to ₹ 56,856, with an average of ₹ 43,809 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 35,230 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul to New Delhi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the ₹ 43,809 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 31,623 return via Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD), compared with ₹ 53,386 for direct.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul to New Delhi spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Istanbul to New Delhi flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Flights from Istanbul to New Delhi may depart from several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). Flights usually arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul to New Delhi route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 54m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul to New Delhi pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul to New Delhi most commonly connect through:

    • Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Kuwait City (KWI) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Istanbul to New Delhi. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 34,922 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 55,040, a difference of ₹ 20,118.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul and New Delhi. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • IndiGo

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Istanbul to New Delhi?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 07m, compared to 11h 55m via Kuwait City (KWI) and 12h 45m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul and New Delhi?

    New Delhi is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul (India Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Delhi?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are Karol Bagh, Pragati Maidan, and Lajpat Nagar Central Market. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul to New Delhi flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul to New Delhi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 34,922, about ₹ 20,118 less than Wednesday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul to New Delhi trip for June. Fares historically average ₹ 35,966 return in that month – typically ₹ 22,680 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with IndiGo. Over the past three months, 85% of IndiGo flights from Istanbul to New Delhi arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 54m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport (GYD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 31,623 return on this route – about ₹ 21,763 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    • Holiday Inn New Delhi Aerocity By IHG
    • ibis New Delhi Aerocity

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Friday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Istanbul

Monday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Friday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

IndiGo,Turkish Airlines

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Istanbul to New Delhi

Complete your trip to New Delhi with a hotel stay or car hire

Car rentals in New Delhi
Hotels in New Delhi