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Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Istanbul (IST) from $741

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 8/3. 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.
BUF — IST
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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The best prices from Buffalo to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Istanbul (IST). 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 June 7, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$924

One-way from

$741
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 16 days in advance, which can save you up to 60% on flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 16 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,073. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,802.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Istanbul Airport from Buffalo average $1,145. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,145, as users have found deals to Istanbul Airport from as low as $659. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Istanbul Airport from Buffalo. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 17%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to IST?

When flying from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Buffalo to Istanbul flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Buffalo to Istanbul specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Buffalo to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 7/1112:39 pmBUF - IST
2 stops21h 01mBritish Airways
Tue 7/167:55 pmIST - BUF
2 stops27h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,124
Thu 7/44:03 pmBUF - IST
2 stops25h 32mBritish Airways
Fri 7/198:25 pmIST - BUF
2 stops30h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,174
Sun 7/712:39 pmBUF - IST
2 stops28h 51mBritish Airways
Sat 7/208:05 pmIST - BUF
2 stops27h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,299
Sat 6/87:04 amBUF - IST
2 stops21h 41mQatar Airways
Tue 6/118:50 amIST - BUF
2 stops32h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,385
Thu 7/44:03 pmBUF - IST
2 stops25h 32mBritish Airways
Mon 7/228:15 pmIST - BUF
2 stops26h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,386
Tue 7/95:08 pmBUF - IST
2 stops16h 27mBritish Airways
Fri 7/198:25 pmIST - BUF
2 stops30h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,399
Thu 7/43:05 pmBUF - IST
2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/176:10 amIST - BUF
2 stops22h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,415
Wed 7/1010:28 amBUF - IST
2 stops19h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/2210:00 amIST - BUF
2 stops20h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,429
Fri 6/212:04 pmBUF - IST
2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/266:10 amIST - BUF
2 stops24h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,460

Buffalo to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Buffalo and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Buffalo to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 8/275:30 pmBUF - IST
2 stops16h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 9/37:55 pmIST - BUF
2 stops32h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$991
Tue 10/16:22 pmBUF - IST
2 stops23h 03mBritish Airways
Wed 10/98:25 amIST - BUF
2 stops18h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,016
Sun 8/186:30 pmBUF - IST
2 stops23h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 8/277:55 pmIST - BUF
2 stops52h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,022
Tue 10/14:00 pmBUF - IST
1 stop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/812:45 amIST - BUF
1 stop18h 14mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,035
Fri 9/274:56 pmBUF - IST
2 stops30h 24mQatar Airways
Sun 10/68:05 pmIST - BUF
2 stops32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,058
Sat 8/176:30 pmBUF - IST
2 stops39h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 8/257:50 pmIST - BUF
2 stops33h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,075
Fri 8/236:30 pmBUF - IST
2 stops41h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 9/28:15 pmIST - BUF
2 stops32h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,101
Tue 10/14:00 pmBUF - IST
1 stop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/96:45 pmIST - BUF
1 stop22h 14mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,115
Fri 8/166:30 pmBUF - IST
2 stops22h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 8/257:50 pmIST - BUF
2 stops33h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,116

One-way flights to Istanbul from Buffalo

Search for one-way flight options from Buffalo 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Buffalo to Istanbul. Those seeking round-trip flights from Buffalo to Istanbul should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 8/37:00 amBUF - IST
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$741
Sat 8/311:53 amBUF - IST
3 stops19h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,049
Sat 8/35:33 amBUF - IST
1 stop16h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,378

Find flights from Buffalo to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Tue 8/27

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 9/3

2 stops32h 26m

$991

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Tue 10/1

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 10/8

1 stop18h 14m

$1,035

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Fri 9/27

2 stops30h 24m

Istanbul

Sun 10/6

2 stops32h 45m

$1,058

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Fri 8/2

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 8/24

2 stops23h 53m

$1,167

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Thu 7/4

2 stops18h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 7/17

2 stops22h 39m

$1,415

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Thu 7/4

2 stops25h 32m

Istanbul

Sat 7/20

2 stops21h 09m

$1,486

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Tue 8/27

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

1 stop16h 45m

$1,490

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Sat 7/6

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 7/19

2 stops21h 06m

$1,493

BuffaloIstanbul

BUF - IST

BUFIST

Buffalo

Wed 7/10

2 stops15h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 7/20

2 stops19h 48m

$1,582

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
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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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 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 June 7, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Buffalo to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,718 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,686 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,886 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul. On average, Buffalo has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 airlines. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just $991, but on average you can expect to pay $1,137.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $991. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $1,035, and Qatar Airways, from $1,058. Users have found that British Airways is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does BUF to IST mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Buffalo Airport to Istanbul Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a BUF to IST flight.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The Buffalo to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

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

    Consider JetBlue, British Airways or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport (average of $924). Flying from Buffalo to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Buffalo to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$843Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$891Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,032Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
JetBlueCheapest$1,406Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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