Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Istanbul from $501

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LEX — IST
May 9 — May 161

Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$925

One-way from

$858
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From Lexington Blue Grass to Istanbul
One-way flight from Lexington Blue Grass to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Lexington to Istanbul?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Lexington to Istanbul. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Istanbul.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Istanbul?

Flights from Lexington to Istanbul lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Lexington to Istanbul in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $908.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Istanbul (LEX - IST)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Istanbul at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Lexington to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Lexington and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Air Canada flights we've detected traveling from Lexington to Istanbul. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 5/92:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Thu 5/161:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,387
Tue 7/162:05 pmLEX - IST
3 stops19h 55mAir Canada
Thu 8/11:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,866

Cheap British Airways flights from Lexington to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Lexington and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced British Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Lexington to Istanbul. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 5/912:00 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/164:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops37h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,401
Tue 7/1611:13 amLEX - SAW
2 stops21h 07mBritish Airways
Thu 8/14:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,753

Cheap Lexington to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Lexington to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 5/912:15 pmLEX - IST
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/162:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops30h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,202
Thu 5/92:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Thu 5/161:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,387
Thu 5/912:00 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/164:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops37h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,401
Thu 5/912:15 pmLEX - IST
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/166:35 amIST - LEX
1 stop35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$3,044

Lexington to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Lexington and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 12/72:00 pmLEX - IST
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/116:35 amIST - LEX
2 stops23h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,107
Thu 5/912:15 pmLEX - IST
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/162:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops30h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,202
Sat 12/76:08 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops37h 02mBritish Airways
Wed 12/113:55 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops36h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,271
Thu 5/92:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Thu 5/161:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,387
Thu 5/912:00 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/164:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops37h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,401
Tue 7/163:29 pmLEX - IST
2 stops17h 36mDelta
Thu 8/15:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops31h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,465
Tue 7/1611:13 amLEX - SAW
2 stops21h 07mBritish Airways
Thu 8/14:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,753
Tue 7/162:05 pmLEX - IST
3 stops19h 55mAir Canada
Thu 8/11:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,866
Tue 7/166:05 pmLEX - IST
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/12:20 pmIST - LEX
1 stop15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,045

Lexington to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Lexington to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Lexington to Istanbul. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 5/912:15 pmLEX - IST
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/162:00 pmIST - LEX
2 stops30h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,202
Thu 5/92:03 pmLEX - IST
3 stops20h 12mAir Canada
Thu 5/161:50 pmIST - LEX
3 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,387
Thu 5/912:00 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/164:05 pmSAW - LEX
2 stops37h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,401
Thu 5/912:15 pmLEX - IST
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/166:35 amIST - LEX
1 stop35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$3,044

One-way flights to Istanbul from Lexington

Search for one-way flight options from Lexington to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Lexington to Istanbul. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Lexington to Istanbul instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops41h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$501
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - IST
2 stops41h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$533
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - SAW
3 stops50h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$538
Fri 5/109:42 pmLEX - IST
3 stops43h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$591
Thu 5/910:30 amLEX - SAW
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$745
Thu 5/910:30 amLEX - IST
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$789
Thu 5/96:13 pmLEX - IST
2 stops35h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$858
Thu 5/95:50 pmLEX - IST
2 stops23h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$890
Thu 5/912:00 pmLEX - SAW
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$890

Find flights from Lexington to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$1,465 - $3,952

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Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/16

2 stops17h 36m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

2 stops31h 08m

$1,465

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

LEX - SAW

LEXSAW

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/16

2 stops21h 07m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 8/1

2 stops31h 07m

$1,753

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/16

3 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

3 stops30h 29m

$1,866

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/16

1 stop28h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

1 stop15h 24m

$2,045

Lexington Blue GrassIstanbul

LEX - IST

LEXIST

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/16

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 7/31

2 stops20h 24m

$3,952

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Lexington to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lexington to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from Lexington to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Lexington to Istanbul is currently $704 while a round-trip flight costs $2,216. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul (average of $925). Flying from Lexington to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,442). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$968

February

$940

March

$984

April

$1,026

May

$1,112

June

$1,442

July

$1,303

August

$1,189

September

$1,067

October

$1,000

November

$925

December

$969

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Canada and British Airways from Lexington to Istanbul. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
3,709 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.0
Good
6,899 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.0
Good
7,727 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

6.8
Okay
6,876 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) if they book a flight from Lexington to Istanbul. On average, Blue Grass has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 3 airlines. Lexington Blue Grass is conveniently located just 5.6 mi from Lexington’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Lexington to Istanbul for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Lexington to Istanbul for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $1,465, but on average you can expect to pay $2,216.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Lexington to Istanbul for under $1,300?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Lexington to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Istanbul round-trip from $1,465. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $1,753, and Air Canada, from $1,866.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lexington to Istanbul one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $858. Users have also found prices from $890 and $1,764 on British Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Lexington to Istanbul?

  • What does LEX to IST mean?

    Great question - LEX to IST just means Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Istanbul Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdağ Corlu Airport (TEQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Lexington to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Lexington to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Lexington to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Lexington to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Lexington to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Lexington to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Lexington to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The Lexington to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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