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Flight deals from Rhodes to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rhodes to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM654 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM654, select.
Istanbul.RM783 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM783, select.
Istanbul.RM784 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM784, select.
Istanbul.RM814 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM814, select.
Istanbul.RM848 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Rhodes on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM848, select.
Istanbul.RM884 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM884, select.
Istanbul.RM898 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM898, select.
Istanbul.RM939 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rhodes on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Rhodes.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM939, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rhodes to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rhodes to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Feb
from RM1,034
Mar
from RM848
Apr
from RM939
May
from RM814
Jun
from RM898
Jul
from RM783
Aug
from RM1,047
Sep
from RM950
Oct
from RM654
Nov
from RM999
Dec
from RM1,147
Jan
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Alternative Rhodes to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rhodes to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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from RM939
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
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from RM654
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Rhodes to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM654
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Rhodes to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rhodes to Istanbul is RM654. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rhodes to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM654.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Rhodes to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Rhodes to Istanbul is usually October.
If you're flying from Rhodes Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from RM654.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul on Sunday, 18 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rhodes Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°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.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is one hour ahead of Rhodes, where Rhodes Airport is located.

  • Leave enough time to make your RHO to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Rhodes Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will be your arrival point.

  • Take to the skies with Aegean Airlines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul.

  • We make it easy to book flight tickets from RHO to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

  • Travelling from central Rhodes to RHO takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RHO:

  • Rhodes Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RHO land at their destination as scheduled 89.92% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to Istanbul

  • RM309 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Rhodes Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start at RM654. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Book six months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RHO to Istanbul.

  • October is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Rhodes Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from RHO to Istanbul.

  • Save money on your flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from RHO to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your RHO to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Istanbul in low season for a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Rhodes Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RHO to Istanbul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rhodes Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rhodes to Istanbul

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