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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Alicante Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 563. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Alicante on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 235, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 267 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Alicante on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 267, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Alicante on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 269, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 294 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 294, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 294 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 294, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 294 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 294, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 295 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 295, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 299 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 299, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 306, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 306, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 321 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Alicante on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 321, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 346 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 346, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 427 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 427, select.
Istanbul.ر.ق.‏ 455 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Alicante on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 455, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Alicante to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
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from ر.ق.‏ 267
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Direct flights from Alicante to Istanbul

Alternative Alicante to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Alicante to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from ر.ق.‏ 294
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from ر.ق.‏ 235
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Alicante to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 235
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Alicante to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Alicante to Istanbul is ر.ق.‏ 550. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Alicante to Istanbul.
Pegasus Airlines flies direct from Alicante to Istanbul.
As of May 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Alicante to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Istanbul is usually October.
If you're flying from Alicante Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from ر.ق.‏ 550.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Alicante Airport to Istanbul on Sunday, 25 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located in Alicante. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Alicante.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your ALC to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ALC to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Located around 10 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 79% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Istanbul

  • ر.ق.‏ 235 is currently the best price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start at ر.ق.‏ 550. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ALC to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from ALC to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ALC to Istanbul flight:

  • Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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