DTW - IST

C$ 704 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 968
Overall average: C$ 1,274
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 15/4Wed 29/4
DTW - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,292
Typical prices: C$ 988-C$ 1,546
Turkish Airlines
Tue 14/4Tue 21/4
DTW - IST • Direct
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Consider airport hotels for early flights from DTW.
Use Havaist shuttles for easy transit from IST.
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Scandinavian Airlines
Cheapest • from C$ 968 (round-trip)
KLM
Best reviews • 7.7 score
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Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 15m
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Reykjavik (KEF)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 767 (round-trip)
Amsterdam (AMS)
Shortest trip • 16h 07m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Istanbul (DTW-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Istanbul

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:49 p.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
29h 51m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 a.m. - 11:09 p.m.
IST
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DTW
25h 39m
2 stops
C$ 968Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 15 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
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2:49 p.m. - 3:40 a.m.
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IST
29h 51m
2 stops
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4:30 a.m. - 10:09 p.m.
IST
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DTW
24h 39m
2 stops
C$ 981Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
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7:15 a.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
37h 25m
2 stops
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4:30 a.m. - 11:12 p.m.
IST
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DTW
25h 42m
2 stops
C$ 985Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:35 a.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
34h 05m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 a.m. - 11:12 p.m.
IST
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DTW
25h 42m
2 stops
C$ 987Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 a.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
37h 25m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 a.m. - 11:12 p.m.
IST
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DTW
25h 42m
2 stops
C$ 988Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:55 p.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
28h 45m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 a.m. - 10:19 p.m.
IST
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DTW
24h 49m
3 stops
C$ 991Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
KLM Logo
10:20 p.m. - 3:50 a.m.
DTW
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IST
22h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
5:20 p.m. - 11:51 a.m.
IST
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DTW
25h 31m
1 stop
C$ 992KLM
Mon, 23 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
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10:20 p.m. - 3:50 a.m.
DTW
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IST
22h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
5:20 p.m. - 1:32 p.m.
IST
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DTW
27h 12m
1 stop
C$ 994KLM
Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
KLM Logo
5:15 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.
DTW
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IST
16h 40m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:50 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.
IST
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DTW
22h 05m
1 stop
C$ 995KLM
Sun, 12 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 a.m. - 3:40 a.m.
DTW
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IST
37h 25m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 a.m. - 9:59 p.m.
IST
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DTW
24h 29m
2 stops
C$ 998Scandinavian Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Detroit to Istanbul, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Istanbul, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost C$ 985 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,010 and C$ 1,635 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at C$ 992 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Istanbul

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightC$ 704
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport was C$ 704 for a one-way ticket and C$ 968 for a round-trip.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Istanbul flight route: Air France, Delta, KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Scandinavian Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa.

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

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Istanbul?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Istanbul, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    There are direct flights from Detroit to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Istanbul, KLM or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Istanbul are KLM and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,207 and an overall rating of 7.7, KLM is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,355 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Istanbul.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit 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 Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit 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 Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 721 or less one-way and C$ 1,003 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit 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 Detroit 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.
7.7
KLMOverall score based on 1460 reviews
7.1Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.3Food
8.4Crew
7.6Comfort
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Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Feb 2026
AMS - NCL
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Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

After arriving in Istanbul, the transit information on the electronic board showed a tight departure time, and the gate changed in the middle, making it difficult to make it on time.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything about that day was great I was happy with how things went as a first time traveling with the airline thank you for all that you’ve doing by taking us there to our various destinations thanks.

Service was slow and checked bag was off last evening when flying business

Turkish Airline canceled our tickets in the very last minute, with our luggage and everything else, all prepared and good to go. It’s clear that they sold the tickets for better money to someone else. Bad, Bad, Bad business!!!

Awful seating. Bad food. Staff only have one bottle of water and no cans.

I hated the FRA Airport. Confusing signage, including the path to Immigration and Security It seems that the airport grew haphazardly over the years. I have been through multiple WW Hubs with much better experiences.

Economy Priority seats are extremely uncomfortable. There is no way to escape the boxed in feeling, particularely because the distance between to rows are too short, the hard edge of the front row is keeping legs confined. There is no elevated place to put your feet. I am of average, European size.

Terrible. Both flights were significantly delayed, no luggage, made me check my small bag when many, many others had much larger carry-ons, not even a bottle of water . . . I will not fly Discover Airlines again.

I was deceived on the Kayak site expecting a ticket, but instead finding a "standby" reservation. When I tried to change the ticket, I paid almost twice the price of the original ticket. Then, the airline refused to give me the reserved seat I had chosen and paid for. I think I deserve a refund for this leg of my trip because I was doubly charged and did not receive what I had paid for. I put in a complaint with Lufthansa because the ticket was sold originally sold as a flight they listed. Someone here needs to take responsibility.

Excellent service; they helped me reschedule so I can fly in an earlier flight

I had a good comfortable seat. There was nearly an hour delay. There was an accident with the champagne, but I was well compensated. These things happen sometimes.

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Missed it by a couple minutes and couldn’t find an alternative flight so had to spend the night in DC and after much shuffling from 1 airline to another managed to get a United to Frankfurt.

There were only 2 toilets and one of them did not work in business class. We are not allowed to cross classes so had to wait in line to use the toilets!! The entertainment touch display was finicky and did not work all the time.

We missed our flight. There was not enough time built into the layover to get through immigration, customs, bagclaim, bag rechecking, and the long trip to another terminal and gate. Kayak really screwed up. We took the bus up to Wisconsin and then were picked up in Brookfield by private car. It was lucky we didnt miss the last bus out.

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