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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 2,307. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,454 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,454, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,465 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,465, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,521 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,521, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,525 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,525, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,532 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,532, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,547 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,547, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,549 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,549, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,549 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,549, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 1,550 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,550, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,096 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,096, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,351 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,351, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,414 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,414, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,415 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,415, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,427, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,463, select.
Washington D.C..ر.ق.‏ 2,483 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 2,483, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from ر.ق.‏ 2,351
May
from ر.ق.‏ 1,532
Jun
from ر.ق.‏ 1,454
Jul
from ر.ق.‏ 1,550
Aug
from ر.ق.‏ 1,525
Sep
from ر.ق.‏ 1,521
Oct
from ر.ق.‏ 1,465
Nov
from ر.ق.‏ 1,549
Dec
from ر.ق.‏ 1,547
Jan
from ر.ق.‏ 1,549
Feb
from ر.ق.‏ 2,632
Mar
from ر.ق.‏ 2,096

Direct flights from Istanbul to Washington Dulles

Istanbul to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
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from ر.ق.‏ 1,454
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from ر.ق.‏ 1,508
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Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
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Istanbul to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 1,454
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week141

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles is ر.ق.‏ 2,262. 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.
11 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Washington Dulles.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and PIA fly direct from Istanbul to Washington Dulles.
As of April 2026, there are 47 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Washington Dulles is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Washington Dulles Airport on Friday, 9 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 24 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Book a direct Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Istanbul. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.

  • The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IST to IAD is the 6:50am Turkish Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 4:05pm with Turkish Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to IAD, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) can be booked from this terminal.

  • You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from IST.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between IST and IAD is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Istanbul to IAD that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IST and IAD include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to IAD flight:

  • 76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • At the moment, ر.ق.‏ 1,454 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق.‏ 2,262. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to IAD.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Save time looking for cheap flight tickets from Istanbul to IAD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Plan your visit to Washington DC in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • When booking your Istanbul to IAD flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Washington Dulles International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Philadelphia to check off its popular sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Virginia Beach is another standout destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Washington D.C.

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