Travelling to Istanbul in November: weather, visa and cost

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Last updated 1 November 2026

Weather in November

  • 16°High
  • 9°Low
  • 7.6 daysof rain

An acceptable time to go November is a fair time to go: check the weather details before you book.

In November the average high is 16°C and the low 9°C, with about 7.6 rainy days.

Visa for Gulf passports

  • SaudiNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source
  • EmiratiNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source
  • KuwaitiNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source
  • QatariNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source
  • BahrainiNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source
  • OmaniNo visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days. Reviewed by hand on 20 October 2026 · Official source

Estimated cost for 7 nights

  • CoupleAbout 2,100 to 7,200 SAR without flights. Travellers: 2, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.
  • FamilyAbout 3,700 to 13,500 SAR without flights. Travellers: 5, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.

Without flights: lodging, food, getting around and activities. Rounded, from stored price levels.

Direct flights from the Gulf

  • Abu Dhabi (AUH) · about 5.3 hours · 24 flights a week
    Round trip from 795 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 29 October 2026
  • Bahrain (BAH) · about 4.3 hours · 24 flights a week
    Round trip from 956.25 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 31 October 2026
  • Dammam (DMM) · about 4.4 hours · 17 flights a week
    Round trip from 1,136.25 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 27 October 2026
  • Doha (DOH) · about 4.6 hours · 45 flights a week
    Round trip from 1,196.25 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 27 October 2026
  • Dubai (DXB) · about 5.2 hours · 91 flights a week
    Round trip from 986.25 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 31 October 2026
  • Jeddah (JED) · about 4.3 hours · 84 flights a week
    Round trip from 821.25 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 31 October 2026
  • Kuwait (KWI) · about 3.8 hours · 37 flights a week
    Round trip from 682.50 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 25 October 2026
  • Muscat (MCT) · about 5.6 hours · 15 flights a week
    Round trip from 795 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 30 October 2026
  • Madinah (MED) · about 3.8 hours · 45 flights a week
    Round trip from 862.50 SAR per person, a price travellers saw on 28 October 2026
  • Riyadh (RUH) · about 4.6 hours · 57 flights a week

Approximate prices of the month's cheapest round trip seen by Aviasales users; they may change when you book.

Questions travellers ask

What is the weather like in Istanbul in November?

In November the average high is 16°C and the low 9°C, with about 7.6 rainy days.

Is November a good time to visit Istanbul?

November is a fair time to go: check the weather details before you book.

Does a Saudi passport need a visa for Istanbul?

No visa needed for tourism. Stay up to 90 days.

Are there direct flights from the Gulf to Istanbul?

Yes, direct flights from Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dammam, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Madinah, Riyadh, in about 3.8 hours.

How much do 7 nights in Istanbul cost?

About 2,100 to 7,200 SAR without flights. Travellers: 2, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.

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