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Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius

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

Direct flights from Istanbul to Vilnius

Istanbul to Vilnius: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Vilnius below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vilnius.

Istanbul to Vilnius: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM681
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Vilnius: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Vilnius is RM681. 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.
2 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Vilnius.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Vilnius.
As of August 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Vilnius.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Vilnius is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Vilnius Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 59 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air UK and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vilnius.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Vilnius's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Vilnius one hour behind Istanbul.

  • Flights from IST to VNO start from 07:45 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 17:00 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 19 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your IST to VNO flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Getting to Vilnius (and then exploring more of Lithuania!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and VNO include:

    • Frederic Chopin Airport

    • Riga International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • Right now, RM246 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM681. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from IST to VNO, reserve your trip six months before your departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from IST to VNO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:

Arriving at Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to VNO if you're taking a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Explore without limits with a Vilnius International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Toprent and discover more of Vilnius and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Vilnius International Airport around two weeks in advance.

Getting from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius

  • Vilnius International Airport to the centre of Vilnius has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Vilnius in April.

  • Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Vilnius International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Vilnius during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to VNO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Lithuania

  • You've seen Vilnius, now it's time to explore other parts of Lithuania. Journey around 88 kilometres west to Kaunas to tick off its top sights. From Kaunas Castle to Old Town Kaunas and Pazaislis Monastery, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius, Klaipėda is another favourite stop in Lithuania. Experience major highlights starting with Kiss, Pempininku Fountains and Jurgio Ambraziejaus Pabrėžos sensorinis sodas.

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