Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul one hour behind Dubai.
Choose from 84 weekly Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 02:00 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Flydubai operates the latest service of the day at 21:15.
To ensure you get on your DXB to IST flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Istanbul holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Türkiye (Turkey):
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Emirates.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DXB and IST:
Queen Alia International Airport
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Basra International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
£72 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at £150. These prices may change based on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to IST.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is approximately 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you have a late Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 30 miles from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 220 miles east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
