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Flight deals from Phuket to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs166,100. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs74,744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Phuket on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs74,744, select.
Istanbul.Rs79,674 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,674, select.
Istanbul.Rs83,853 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,853, select.
Istanbul.Rs84,604 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Phuket on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,604, select.
Istanbul.Rs87,148 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,148, select.
Istanbul.Rs89,709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,709, select.
Istanbul.Rs90,478 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,478, select.
Istanbul.Rs96,929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,929, select.
Istanbul.Rs97,676 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,676, select.
Istanbul.Rs100,189 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,189, select.
Istanbul.Rs105,774 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs105,774, select.
Istanbul.Rs128,528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs128,528, select.
Istanbul.Rs141,988 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Phuket on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,988, select.
Istanbul.Rs142,271 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Phuket on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,271, select.
Istanbul.Rs142,271 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Phuket on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,271, select.
Istanbul.Rs142,271 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Phuket on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,271, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phuket to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from Rs79,758
Aug
from Rs89,803
Sep
from Rs97,031
Oct
from Rs90,574
Nov
from Rs74,823
Dec
from Rs84,693
Jan
from Rs83,942
Feb
from Rs97,779
Mar
from Rs87,240
Apr
from Rs105,886
May
from Rs100,294
Jun
from Rs128,664

Direct flights from Phuket to Istanbul

Phuket to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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from Rs72,865
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34km from central Istanbul
from Rs74,744
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Phuket to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs74,823
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Phuket to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Phuket to Istanbul is Rs156,463. 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.
10 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Phuket to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Phuket to Istanbul.
As of July 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Phuket to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 25 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 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.

Currently, Thai VietJet Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Phuket.

  • Flights from HKT to IST start at 08:00 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:25 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your HKT to IST flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport. These are the top stopovers between HKT and IST:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Zayed International Airport

    • Sharjah Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Rs74,823 is the lowest price for a one-way Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs156,628. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HKT to IST.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from HKT to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)

  • Of the flights that depart from Phuket Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Phuket Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HKT:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Istanbul in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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