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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,070
Typical prices: C$ 1,038-C$ 1,749
United Airlines
Sat 24/3Fri 30/3
MSP - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 723
Typical prices: C$ 693-C$ 1,297
Delta
Sun 8/4
MSP - IST • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 45% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 617 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 15h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul (MSP-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Wed, 24 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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11:32 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
27h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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2:00 p.m. - 9:04 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 04m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,070United Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 24 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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11:32 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
27h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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2:00 p.m. - 9:04 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 04m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,071United Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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10:28 a.m. - 12:25 a.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
28h 57m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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6:50 p.m. - 5:52 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
32h 02m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,187British Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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8:55 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
24h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 7:44 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
22h 14m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,251United Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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4:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
45h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
26h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,255United Airlines
16 hours ago
Tue, 29 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan
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6:50 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
38h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 9:28 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
23h 58m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,258United Airlines
14 hours ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:31 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
19h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
35h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,275United Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:31 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
19h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
35h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,276United Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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5:30 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
27h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 9:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
23h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,318United Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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11:36 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSP  Minneapolis St Paul-IST Istanbul
21h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 5:29 p.m.IST  Istanbul-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
19h 59m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,321United Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport typically range from C$ 1,038 to C$ 1,749. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,070, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport. It's 23% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport at C$ 793 round-trip.
•September (C$ 1,694) and May (C$ 1,674) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 723
Beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long does a flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport take?

    A direct flight from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport takes 00m, covering 14,201 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport range from C$ 1,038 to C$ 1,749, with an average of C$ 1,433 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,038 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the C$ 1,433 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,413, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,107 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,519, a difference of C$ 412.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 11m, compared with 15h 51m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 20m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 8 hours ahead of Minneapolis (Turkey Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Kapaliçarşi. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,107, about C$ 412 less than Thursday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Istanbul Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 793 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 901 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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