Etihad Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Abu Dhabi to Istanbul: prices by month
Lowest one-way fares found by travellers for each month. Prices change daily; the link opens live search results for that date. Weather: average temperature and total rainfall for that month last year.
| Month | Lowest fare | Airline | Stops | Istanbul weather | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | 178 USD | Pegasus Airlines | direct | 21°C · 29 mm | Search → |
| October 2026 | 162 USD | Pegasus Airlines | direct | 16°C · 142 mm | Search → |
| November 2026 | 294 USD | Pegasus Airlines | 1 stop | 15°C · 47 mm | Search → |
| December 2026 | 278 USD | Royal Jordanian | 1 stop | 9°C · 86 mm | Search → |
| January 2027 | 443 USD | SunExpress | 1 stop | 8°C · 86 mm | Search → |
| March 2027 | 411 USD | Royal Jordanian | 1 stop | 11°C · 37 mm | Search → |
About Etihad Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul
Etihad Airways operates flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Istanbul New Airport (IST), covering a distance of 2,986 kilometres. The typical flight time is 5 hours and 5 minutes, and the airline usually flies this route non-stop. This service connects the UAE capital with Turkey's largest city, serving both business and leisure travellers.
Fares tend to be lowest in September, making that an ideal time to book if your schedule permits. Etihad's baggage allowance includes one checked bag of up to 23 kilograms, plus a cabin bag limited to 7 kilograms and dimensions of 56×36×23 centimetres. Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before the flight.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Istanbul New Airport (IST) |
| Flight time | 5 h 5 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 2986 km |
Etihad Airways cabin bag: 1 piece, 7 kg (15 lb), 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: 23 kg (51 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 7 kg (15 lb) | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 50 kg (110 lb) | included in the fare |
| Overweight fee | from 100 USD | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Etihad Airways online check-in opens 2 days before departure and closes 1 h before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 2 days before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h before departure |
| Airport counters open | 3 h before departure |
| Airport counters close | 1 h before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.