$95 Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (SAW)

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Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul (AUH-SAW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $95 for one-way flights and $203 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$203 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Thu, Mar 12, priced at $203 found 3 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$204 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $204 found 3 hours ago
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$210 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $210 found 3 hours ago
Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$219 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Thu, Mar 12, priced at $219 found 3 days ago
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$219 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $219 found 4 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$224 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $224 found 2 days ago
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 20
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$227 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $227 found 6 days ago
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Wed, Dec 24 - Sun, Feb 1
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$238 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $238 found 21 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$258 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $258 found 4 days ago
Kuwait Airways
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Mar 16
AUH
Abu Dhabi
SAW
Istanbul
$877 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$877
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Kuwait Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $877 found 3 days ago

Alternative airports near Istanbul

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. SAW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 34 minutes. Flights from $366
SAW
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center34 min
Flights from $366
Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (SAW)
Origin airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Destination airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Kuwait Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways
Roundtrip price
$202
Distance
1850 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 5 mins

Abu Dhabi to Istanbul Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $95 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Abu Dhabi to Istanbul flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Abu Dhabi to Istanbul airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $95 or cheap return flight from $203 from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The cheapest month to fly from AUH to SAW is March, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
When flying out of Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), you can get on a direct flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) with Pegasus.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
While prices can change depending on your travel dates, budget airlines like Pegasus and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi are often the most affordable options for flights between Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) and Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). Use Expedia's filter tool to compare carriers and find the one that offers the lowest fare for your AUH to SAW flight.
How many flights per day from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
On average, you can choose from 6 direct flights each week from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). For more options, consider a flight with a layover. Enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filters to include one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
More people fly between AUH and SAW at 4 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from AUH to SAW?
Friday has the most flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 4:05AM UTC+4, leaving from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). You'll be traveling for about 4h 55m, landing at Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) at approximately 8:00AM UTC+3.
How long does it take to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
The average flight time from AUH to SAW is 4 hours and 59 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,850 mi.
What airline has the least delays from AUH to SAW?
Turkish Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you go and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
To avoid potential delays on the Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Istanbul from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Hop on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Istanbul and touch down at Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST). An alternative entry point into this destination is Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from AUH to SAW are usually more expensive. For the best rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book an AUH to SAW flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing an AUH to SAW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your AUH to SAW flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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