How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

For as low as AED 1,197, Pegasus Airlines can have you in Istanbul from United Arab Emirates in 4h 55m. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Istanbul is about 3032 km. All flights are typically direct.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Arabia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 258. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights start at AED 297 while deals on Pegasus Airlines start at AED 301 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

Most travellers choose Dubai Intl - Istanbul, Dubai Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul.

What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

While on average a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul is generally AED 9,980, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 1,387. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay AED 841 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

Before booking your flight to Istanbul from United Arab Emirates, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (77%), Qantas Airways (73%), flydubai( 70%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

When booking a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul, you may want to consider flying on Pegasus Airlines, flydubai or Etihad Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 September 2026.

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Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul

Round-trip from	AED 628
One-way from	AED 257
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	February
Average price	AED 1,263

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United Arab Emirates to Istanbul

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Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Fri 2/10

05:00-09:05

Nonstop5h 05m

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SHJ Sharjah - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Fri 25/9

07:20-11:35

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SharjahIstanbul

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SharjahIstanbul

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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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AED 389

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18:00-13:05

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Istanbul

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00:00-02:00

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AED 441

Abu DhabiIstanbul

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - IST Istanbul

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Sun 22/11

06:35-21:05

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AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - IST Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul (average of AED 1,186). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,182). 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 AE to IST?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul

The most flights from AE0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Saturday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

See what other customers who have flown with Air Arabia,Etihad Airways, andPegasus Airlines from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

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55 reviews

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1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,532 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Pegasus Airlines

6.7

Okay

624 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

flydubai

6.5

Okay

147 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
For as low as AED 1,197, Pegasus Airlines can have you in Istanbul from United Arab Emirates in 4h 55m. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Istanbul is about 3032 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Arabia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 258. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights start at AED 297 while deals on Pegasus Airlines start at AED 301 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
Most travellers choose Dubai Intl - Istanbul, Dubai Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul.
What are the most reliable airlines from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
Before booking your flight to Istanbul from United Arab Emirates, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (77%), Qantas Airways (73%), flydubai( 70%).
What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
While on average a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul is generally AED 9,980, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 1,387. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay AED 841 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on United Arab Emirates to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul (average of AED 1,186). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,182). 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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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi	CheapestAED 261	AverageAED 799	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights
Ajet	CheapestAED 312	AverageAED 1,094	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Ajet flights
Air Arabia	CheapestAED 339	AverageAED 1,411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search Air Arabia flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestAED 462	AverageAED 1,329	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Pegasus Airlines	CheapestAED 546	AverageAED 1,211	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
flynas	CheapestAED 650	AverageAED 986	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search flynas flights
Azerbaijan Airlines	CheapestAED 739	AverageAED 1,096	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time87%	Search Azerbaijan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestAED 817	AverageAED 2,123	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Gulf Air	CheapestAED 889	AverageAED 1,583	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Gulf Air flights
Kuwait Airways	CheapestAED 952	AverageAED 1,095	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time64%	Search Kuwait Airways flights

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

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 21 September 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul

The most flights from AE0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Saturday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 19 September 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

See what other customers who have flown with Air Arabia,Etihad Airways, andPegasus Airlines from the United Arab Emirates to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Istanbul?

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