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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport

DXB — IST
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 11 September 2025.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 423

Good round-trip deal

C$ 667 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 188 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.
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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 round-trip flight from Dubai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 993). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 11 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 60% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dubai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 11 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, such as Pegasus Airlines and flydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Food

5.8

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Food

5.8

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing
flydubai
6.5
Okay
141 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Food

5.8

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing

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 18 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 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.

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

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (C$ 249), Ajet (C$ 322), and flydubai (C$ 445) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 LOT (93%), Turkish Airlines (88%) and Royal Brunei Airlines (88%).

  • 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 vacation 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 993). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 3 airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 11 September 2025.
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestC$ 249AverageC$ 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AjetCheapestC$ 322AverageC$ 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestC$ 445AverageC$ 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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