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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 496 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.495 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 495 €, select.

Istanbul.496 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 496 €, select.

Istanbul.498 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 498 €, select.

Istanbul.511 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 511 €, select.

Istanbul.512 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Akasa Air and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Akasa Air, departs from Phuket on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 512 €, select.

Istanbul.515 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 515 €, select.

Istanbul.516 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 516 €, select.

Istanbul.519 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 519 €, select.

Istanbul.519 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 519 €, select.

Istanbul.523 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 523 €, select.

Istanbul.523 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 523 €, select.

Istanbul.524 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.

Istanbul.524 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.

Istanbul.526 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 526 €, select.

Istanbul.527 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 527 €, select.

Istanbul.545 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 545 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul

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Phuket to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	495 €
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	10 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from Phuket to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Phuket to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Phuket to Istanbul is 495 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Phuket to Istanbul?

10 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Phuket to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Phuket to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Phuket to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Phuket to Istanbul?

As of June 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Phuket to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Phuket to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 27 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Phuket Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, IndiGo 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

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)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phuket Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.

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 (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) 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.