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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $212. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$69 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $69, select.
Istanbul.$76 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $76, select.
Istanbul.$79 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Istanbul.$103 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.
Istanbul.$104 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $104, select.
Istanbul.$123 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $123, select.
Istanbul.$151 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Brussels International on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
Istanbul.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Brussels International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
Istanbul.$160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Brussels International on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Istanbul.$161 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Brussels International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.
Istanbul.$166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Brussels International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Istanbul.$166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Brussels International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Istanbul.$166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Brussels International on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Istanbul.$190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with TAROM.Outbound indirect flight with TAROM, departs from Brussels International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Istanbul.$196 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Brussels International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.
Istanbul.$197 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Brussels to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from $197
Apr
from $79
May
from $69
Jun
from $76
Jul
from $190
Aug
from $104
Sep
from $103
Oct
from $123
Nov
from $161
Dec
from $166
Jan
from $199
Feb
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Brussels to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Brussels to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$69
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week174

Finding cheap flights from Brussels to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brussels to Istanbul is $141. 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.
3 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Brussels to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Gulf Air fly direct from Brussels to Istanbul.
As of March 2026, there are 174 flights per week flying from Brussels to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Istanbul is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Brussels to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 27 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.

Travelling from Brussels to Istanbul Airport (IST): What you need to know

  • Brussels's main base, Brussels Airport (BRU), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport (IST).

  • Hop on a direct Brussels to Istanbul Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Brussels. Istanbul Airport is located in Istanbul, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • With 30 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:15am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from BRU to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 6:50pm.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Brussels to IST.

  • Flying during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Brussels

Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Take the express route from Brussels Airport (BRU). Nonstop flights from Brussels to Istanbul Airport (IST) are available from here.

  • When taking off from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between BRU and IST is Turkish Airlines.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to IST. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

    • Geneva Airport (GVA)

  • BRU is about 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)

  • Break up your flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and IST include:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)

    • Skopje International Airport (SKP)

  • You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to IST flight:

  • Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.

About Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Istanbul Airport is $69. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $141. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap flights from Brussels to IST, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Brussels to Istanbul Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Brussels to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Brussels to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Istanbul Airport (IST), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Brussels to IST plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Istanbul Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Istanbul Airport:

  • You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Istanbul when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Hagia Sophia Museum followed by Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 225 kilometres southeast to Eskisehir to check off its leading sights. From Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri to Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Journey 153 kilometres east from Istanbul and you'll reach Adapazarı, another favourite among visitors to Türkiye (Turkey). Don't leave without exploring Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum.

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