On this page, you can find and book flights from Rotterdam to Istanbul. The distance between the cities is 2,222 km, and there are approximately 9 flights per week on this route.
Flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines (PC) and AJet (VF). Ticket prices are dynamic, so use our low-fare calendar to find the best deal. You can also find information on how to get to the airport for departure and how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Rotterdam → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 17 min. Regular flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Departures from Rotterdam The Hague Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rotterdam — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 301 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 945 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Rotterdam → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 567 | low | May | AED 803 | high | Sep | AED 850 | medium |
| Feb | AED 567 | low | Jun | AED 898 | high | Oct | AED 709 | medium |
| Mar | AED 614 | medium | Jul | AED 992 | high | Nov | AED 614 | low |
| Apr | AED 709 | medium | Aug | AED 1,039 | high | Dec | AED 756 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
According to meteorological data, the warmest weather in Istanbul occurs in August, with an average high of 28.8°C. The rainiest and coolest month is January, when there is up to 82 mm of precipitation and temperatures drop to 5.1°C.
Flight price analysis shows that the most budget-friendly month to fly is August, with fares starting AED 301. Peak pricing is recorded in May, when the minimum fare starts AED 945.
September is considered an ideal time for a trip: ticket prices remain affordable (starting AED 308), and daytime air temperatures are comfortable, hovering around 25°C. We recommend avoiding bookings for May if you want to save as much as possible on your flight.
Regular flight service on the Rotterdam — Istanbul route is provided by 2 airlines, with Pegasus Airlines and AJet being the leading carriers. There are approximately 9 flights per week, including direct services. You can find detailed information about departure days, travel times, and aircraft types for each carrier in the interactive list below.
Flights Rotterdam — Istanbul depart from Rotterdam The Hague Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours and 40 minutes, given the distance of 2,222 km between the cities.
The main carriers operating Rotterdam — Istanbul flights are Pegasus Airlines (PC) and AJet (VF).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination without any layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low-fare calendar on this page.
A visa-free regime is in place for citizens of the Russian Federation, provided the stay for tourism purposes does not exceed 60 days.
Flights from Rotterdam arrive at either Istanbul International Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), depending on the chosen airline.
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