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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul from AED 492

DXB — IST
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul

Sat 5/903:05 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Mon 14/919:45 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Deal found 24/8AED 984
Sun 13/904:25 -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 20/919:45 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Deal found 24/8AED 988
Sat 28/1104:25 -
Nonstop5h 05m
Tue 8/1220:55 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 23/8AED 991
Fri 11/903:05 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Sun 13/919:45 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Deal found 23/8AED 995
Mon 31/803:05 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Wed 9/919:45 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Deal found 23/8AED 999
Wed 26/803:05 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Thu 3/919:45 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Deal found 21/8AED 1,002
Fri 11/904:25 -
Nonstop4h 45m
Thu 17/921:50 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 24/8AED 1,010
Sun 25/1003:25 -
Nonstop5h 05m
Sat 7/1120:55 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 23/8AED 1,014
Sat 26/904:25 -
Nonstop4h 45m
Fri 16/1021:50 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 24/8AED 1,021
Sat 5/903:05 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Tue 8/921:50 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 24/8AED 1,025
Thu 10/904:25 -
Nonstop4h 45m
Fri 18/921:50 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 24/8AED 1,028
Wed 2/910:40 -
Nonstop4h 45m
Wed 2/919:45 -
Nonstop4h 55m
Deal found 20/8AED 1,098

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Round-trip from

AED 984

One-way from

AED 492

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,285
Ajet
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  • 5/9-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 20m total
  • Dubai to Istanbul
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  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 10m total
  • Dubai to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 293 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/10

04:25-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 6/10

12:05-02:30

1 stop13h 25m

AED 1,179

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - IST Istanbul

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/11

20:30-10:55

2 stops15h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 30/11

11:55-02:25

2 stops13h 30m

AED 1,223

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - IST Istanbul

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/11

11:30-20:25

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 30/11

11:55-02:25

2 stops13h 30m

AED 1,329

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/9

03:30-12:35

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 20/9

21:50-03:15

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,348

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

00:01-09:05

1 stop10h 04m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 25/11

22:45-11:45

1 stop12h 00m

AED 1,355
Fastest return journey

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Sun 13/9

04:25-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 16/9

21:50-03:15

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,568

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/9

04:25-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 22/9

21:50-03:15

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,575

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Fri 4/9

04:25-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 12/9

11:00-02:30

1 stop14h 30m

AED 1,652

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

DXBSAW

Dubai Intl

Thu 17/9

04:25-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 24/9

21:50-03:15

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,652

DubaiIstanbul

DXB Dubai Intl - IST Istanbul

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 26/11

11:00-17:40

1 stop7h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 5/12

18:30-20:15

1 stop24h 45m

AED 1,682

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Istanbul

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul (average of AED 1,212). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,328). 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?

When flying from Dubai to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Istanbul

The most flights from DXB to TR5 are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Istanbul?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Istanbul flights typically cost between AED 1,039 and AED 1,540 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 984 on Ajet (5 Sep–14 Sep).

How often are flights from Dubai to Istanbul delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Dubai and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Istanbul is 88 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 day to fly from Dubai to Istanbul?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Kuwait Airways, andPegasus Airlines from Dubai to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Kuwait Airways
7.1
Good
349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
634 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
flydubai
6.6
Okay
146 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul. On average, Dubai Intl has 15 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 13 airlines. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10.9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Istanbul?

    Pegasus Airlines, SAUDIA, and Oman Air can get you from Dubai to Istanbul in just under 4h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2966 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air Arabia (AED 339), Etihad Airways (AED 462), and Pegasus Airlines (AED 470) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Istanbul. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Istanbul for 77% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to Istanbul are Etihad Airways (AED 319), Air Arabia (AED 361), and Pegasus Airlines (AED 364).

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: flydubai (90%), Emirates (87%), Qantas Airways( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Istanbul is AED 1,537. On average you can expect to pay AED 10,198. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for AED 918.

  • 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul (average of AED 1,212). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,328). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapestAED 339AverageAED 1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 462AverageAED 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestAED 470AverageAED 1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Azerbaijan AirlinesCheapestAED 553AverageAED 1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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flynasCheapestAED 650AverageAED 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AjetCheapestAED 657AverageAED 1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 889AverageAED 1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 951AverageAED 1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal JordanianCheapestAED 1,046AverageAED 1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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SAUDIACheapestAED 1,118AverageAED 1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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