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Flight deals from Rabat to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 20,824. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 4,433 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,433, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 4,725 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,725, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 4,783 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,783, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 5,308 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,308, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 6,358 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 6,358, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 6,591 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 6,591, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 7,116 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rabat on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 7,116, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 8,655 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 8,655, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 9,544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,544, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 9,559 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,559, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 9,559 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,559, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 9,561 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,561, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 9,578 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,578, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 10,090 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Rabat on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,090, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 10,090 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Rabat on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,090, select.

Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 10,324 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia Maroc.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Maroc departs from Rabat on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,324, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rabat to Istanbul

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Direct flights from Rabat to Istanbul

Rabat to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rabat to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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from ج.م.‏ 5,308

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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul

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from ج.م.‏ 4,433

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Rabat to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	ج.م.‏ 4,433
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	4 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airline	Air Arabia Maroc
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Rabat to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Rabat to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rabat to Istanbul is ج.م.‏ 10,266. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Rabat to Istanbul?

4 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Rabat to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Rabat to Istanbul?

Air Arabia Maroc flies direct from Rabat to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Rabat to Istanbul?

As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Rabat to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rabat to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Rabat to Istanbul is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 9 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 19 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Rabat Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Ryanair and Air Arabia Maroc offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Rabat Airport (RBA) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Rabat.
Your RBA to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Air Arabia Maroc. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Air Arabia Maroc has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RBA and IST:
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Barcelona Airport
- Malaga Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Rabat Airport (RBA) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

Currently, ج.م.‏ 4,433 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م.‏ 10,266. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from RBA to IST, reserve your trip ten months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RBA to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Rabat Airport (RBA)

Of all flights departing from Rabat Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
Rabat Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Rabat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RBA? If you're boarding an early flight from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the most popular month for flights from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Istanbul in March.
When booking your flight from Rabat Airport to Istanbul Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RBA to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.