Cheap flight tickets from Nuremberg to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM827. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul

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

Direct flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul

Nuremberg to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Nuremberg to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM321
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Nuremberg to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nuremberg to Istanbul is RM727. 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 56 minutes is the average flight time from Nuremberg to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Nuremberg to Istanbul.
As of April 2026, there are 33 flights per week flying from Nuremberg to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Nuremberg to Istanbul is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 28 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 56 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.
Currently, Ryanair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Nuremberg.

  • Take your pick of 131 weekly Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 10:50 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:55.

  • Your NUE to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers 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 Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NUE and IST include:

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is RM321. A round-trip ticket is currently RM727. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from NUE to IST by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from NUE to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Nuremberg Airport (NUE)

  • Of the flights that depart from Nuremberg Airport, 70.86% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Nuremberg Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Nuremberg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of about 2 hours on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near NUE? If you've booked an early flight from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Nuremberg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NUE to IST sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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