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$83 Find Cheap Flights from Basel to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Basel to Istanbul departing on 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Basel to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Basel to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Basel to Istanbul (BSL-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Basel to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Basel to Istanbul

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Basel to Istanbul.
Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates.
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6:05 am - 9:20 pmBSL-IST
14h 15m1 stop
5:55 pm - 10:55 pmIST-BSL
6h 00m1 stop
$199Lufthansa
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ven., mai 23 - sam., mai 24
2:10 pm - 10:45 pmBSL-IST
6h 35m1 stop
5:55 pm - 10:50 pmIST-BSL
5h 55m1 stop
$200Lufthansa
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mer., mars 26 - mar., avr. 1
11:00 am - 4:05 pmBSL-IST
3h 05mnonstop
3:50 pm - 5:10 pmIST-BSL
3h 20mnonstop
$204Turkish Airlines
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jeu., mars 6 - mer., mars 19
3:20 pm - 10:45 pmBSL-IST
5h 25m1 stop
11:55 pm - 5:10 pmIST-BSL
19h 15m1 stop
$205
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jeu., mars 20 - dim., mars 23
6:20 am - 9:20 pmBSL-IST
14h 00m1 stop
5:55 pm - 7:50 amIST-BSL
14h 55m1 stop
$208Lufthansa
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dim., mai 18 - ven., mai 23
6:05 pm - 11:10 pmBSL-IST
3h 05mnonstop
3:50 pm - 5:10 pmIST-BSL
3h 20mnonstop
$209Turkish Airlines
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dim., mars 9 - lun., mars 24
9:35 am - 10:45 pmBSL-IST
11h 10m2 stops
6:50 am - 10:30 amIST-BSL
5h 40m1 stop
$213Lufthansa
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sam., mars 15 - ven., mars 21
6:05 pm - 11:10 pmBSL-IST
3h 05mnonstop
8:50 am - 10:05 amIST-BSL
3h 15mnonstop
$215Turkish Airlines
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dim., mars 9 - ven., mars 21
11:00 am - 4:05 pmBSL-IST
3h 05mnonstop
3:50 pm - 5:10 pmIST-BSL
3h 20mnonstop
$218Turkish Airlines
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ven., mars 14 - lun., mars 17
7:35 am - 10:45 pmBSL-IST
13h 10m1 stop
2:25 am - 7:55 amIST-BSL
7h 30m1 stop
$256
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jeu., mars 20 - sam., mars 22

Flights from Basel to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Basel to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Basel to Istanbul, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul back to Basel, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost $140 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $404 and $361 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $792, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

April

Cheapest flight

$83
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
Flight from Basel to Istanbul

When to book flights from Basel to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Basel to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Basel to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport was $83 for a one-way ticket and $199 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Basel and Istanbul?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Basel and on arrival in Istanbul.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Basel to Istanbul?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Basel to Istanbul flight route: flydubai, SWISS, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, and United Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Basel to Istanbul?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Basel to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Basel and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Basel to Istanbul?

    There are nonstop flights from Basel to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Basel to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Basel to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Basel is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Basel with another airline. Booking your flights between Basel and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Basel to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Basel up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $694 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Basel to Istanbul?

Find which airlines fly direct from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul

Monday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Friday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Monday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Friday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines

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Top airline flying from Basel to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Basel to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Basel to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.7
Pegasus AirlinesOverall score based on 606 reviews
6.3Comfort
7.3Crew
5.7Food
6.8Boarding
5.6Entertainment
Airline reviews

Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

2.0 MediocreSherry, Feb 2025SAW - EDI
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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Everything you need to know for your flight from Basel to Istanbul

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Istanbul (IST)
Basel (BSL)

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