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Istanbul

The cheapest way to feel like you went to Europe. Two continents, one metro card.

When to go

Jun, Jul, Aug tend to be the best months here. Nov is usually the one to avoid.

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Jun
27° / 18°Dry
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30° / 21°Dry
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30° / 21°Dry

What a day costs

Food and getting around, per person per day. Flights and accommodation are on top.

Backpacking
IDR 215,000per day
Comfortable
IDR 355,000per day
Treating yourself
IDR 675,000per day

Getting there

Visa for an Indonesian passport
e-Visa needed
Flight time from CGK
11.5 hours
Airport
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Visa rules change. Check with the embassy before you book anything.

Typical return fare by month

Cheapest in May — about 29% below the dearest month

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Estimates from Google Flights, captured August 2026, for a one-week return from Jakarta. Not a quote — what you pay depends on when you book.

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