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Istanbul.129 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Ljubljana on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 129 €, select.

Istanbul.149 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Ljubljana on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 149 €, select.

Istanbul.165 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air and Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Ljubljana on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 165 €, select.

Istanbul.177 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Ljubljana on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.

Istanbul.179 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Ljubljana on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 179 €, select.

Istanbul.185 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Ljubljana on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 185 €, select.

Istanbul.185 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Ljubljana on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 185 €, select.

Istanbul.185 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Ljubljana on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Ljubljana.Price includes taxes and charges.From 185 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ljubljana to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Ljubljana to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	129 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	20

Finding cheap flights from Ljubljana to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Ljubljana to Istanbul is 129 €. 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 Ljubljana to Istanbul?

2 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Ljubljana to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines and EgyptAir fly direct from Ljubljana to Istanbul.

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

As of July 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Ljubljana to Istanbul.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Ljubljana to Istanbul is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Ljubljana 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 129 €.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ljubljana Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 10 October 2025.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 29 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Ljubljana Airport 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.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°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.

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

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

Travelling from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Istanbul: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul.
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is located in Ljubljana. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Ljubljana.
The most popular route is from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can choose from 15 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LJU to IST is the 09:20 Turkish Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:10 with Turkish Airlines.
To avoid missing your LJU to Istanbul flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Begin your journey at LJU and fly straight to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LJU to Istanbul. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
- Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
LJU is about 19 kilometres from central Ljubljana. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LJU:
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart LJU reach their destination without delay.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Istanbul

The best price we've seen for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul flight is 63 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 129 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from LJU to Istanbul by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
September is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap flight from LJU to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.
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Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik 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 snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from LJU to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your LJU to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Istanbul in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LJU to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are highlights which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.