Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport from AED 455

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — IST
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 January 2026.

Wed 31/1213:00DXB - IST
1 stop17h 20mGulf Air
Thu 8/106:05IST - DXB
1 stop13h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 30/12AED 1,109
Tue 30/1223:35DXB - IST
1 stop6h 45mGulf Air
Wed 31/1216:20IST - DXB
1 stop10h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 30/12AED 1,113
Wed 31/1221:20DXB - IST
1 stop9h 00mGulf Air
Tue 6/106:05IST - DXB
1 stop29h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 30/12AED 1,120
Wed 31/1219:05DXB - IST
1 stop11h 15mGulf Air
Mon 5/106:05IST - DXB
1 stop11h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 30/12AED 1,124
Tue 30/1223:35DXB - IST
1 stop16h 55mGulf Air
Thu 1/106:05IST - DXB
1 stop29h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 29/12AED 1,160
Wed 31/1212:50DXB - IST
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/118:25IST - DXB
3 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 1,307
Wed 31/1221:20DXB - IST
1 stop19h 10mGulf Air
Fri 2/106:05IST - DXB
1 stop15h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 30/12AED 1,329
Wed 31/1211:30DXB - IST
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/123:45IST - DXB
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 1,348
Wed 31/1212:50DXB - IST
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/122:25IST - DXB
3 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 1,377
Wed 31/1211:30DXB - IST
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/101:55IST - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 1,381

Find flight deals from Dubai to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 889

One-way from

AED 455

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,494

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,945 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,561 or less
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 5/2-10/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • Dubai to Istanbul
flyadeal
  • flyadeal
  • 11/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 00m total
  • Dubai to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 411 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 56 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 2/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 969

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/2

04:30-12:45

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 20/2

14:30-03:30

1 stop12h 00m

AED 1,021

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/2

04:30-13:15

1 stop9h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 20/2

14:30-03:30

1 stop12h 00m

AED 1,028

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 5/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 30/6

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 28/6

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 29/6

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 2/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 5/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 4/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,175

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of AED 441). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 709). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 January 2026.

When flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 1 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Pegasus Airlines, andflydubai from Dubai to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Istanbul?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 17 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 13 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Istanbul. It is only a 10.9 km journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

    Kuwait Airways can get you from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in just under 8h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Dubai and Istanbul Airport is about 3027 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 401, Etihad Airways will fly you from Dubai to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Arabia and Azerbaijan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 458 and AED 478, respectively. Etihad Airways is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 311. Pegasus Airlines flights start at AED 341 while deals on Ajet start at AED 347 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport are flydubai (85%), Emirates (85%) and Turkish Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,258 for a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is AED 806 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at AED 749.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of AED 441). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 709). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 455AverageAED 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 550AverageAED 1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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flynasCheapestAED 577AverageAED 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestAED 614AverageAED 1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Azerbaijan AirlinesCheapestAED 618AverageAED 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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AjetCheapestAED 686AverageAED 1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 928AverageAED 1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 1,018AverageAED 1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,125AverageAED 1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal JordanianCheapestAED 1,191AverageAED 1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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