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$153+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Istanbul (IST)

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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — IST
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Wed 12/25
Wed 1/1
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The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in July or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 December 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$305
(oojo)

One-way from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$409
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/279:55 pmDXB - IST
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/299:00 pmIST - DXB
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$402
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:35 amDXB - IST
1 stop8h 10mKuwait Airways
Sun 12/2912:55 amIST - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/20$406
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2411:35 pmDXB - IST
1 stop16h 55mGulf Air
Tue 12/316:05 amIST - DXB
1 stop11h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 12/20$422
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/222:25 amDXB - IST
1 stop13h 25mSAUDIA
Fri 12/274:25 pmIST - DXB
1 stop9h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 12/20$546
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:50 pmDXB - IST
Nonstop5h 00mflydubai
Mon 12/301:50 amIST - DXB
Nonstop4h 35mflydubai
Deal found 12/20$551
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/252:30 amDXB - IST
1 stop9h 25mAzerbaijan Airlines
Sat 1/412:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop12h 10mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 12/20$557
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:40 amDXB - IST
1 stop17h 10mEgyptair
Tue 12/313:50 amIST - DXB
1 stop14h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 12/19$592
This Uzbekistan Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Uzbekistan Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2012:30 pmDXB - IST
1 stop23h 30mUzbekistan Airways
Tue 12/249:40 pmIST - DXB
1 stop12h 20mUzbekistan Airways
Deal found 12/19$654
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:50 amDXB - IST
Nonstop4h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/19:45 pmIST - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/19$768
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:50 pmDXB - IST
Nonstop5h 00mEmirates
Mon 12/308:05 pmIST - DXB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Deal found 12/19$789
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:30 amDXB - IST
1 stop27h 40mAir France
Wed 1/15:10 amIST - DXB
2 stops17h 51mAir France
Deal found 12/19$845
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:00 pmDXB - IST
2 stops21h 20mAir Astana
Mon 12/3010:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop13h 40mAir Astana
Deal found 12/20$886

Find flights from Dubai to Istanbul within your budget

Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

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DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sat 2/15

1:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 2/19

2:10 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$305

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/12

2:30 am-10:55 am

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 2/21

12:20 pm-1:30 am

1 stop12h 10m

$308

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/17

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 1/23

12:55 am-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$317

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/13

9:55 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 2/20

12:55 am-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$342

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/30

12:50 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 5/13

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$416

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/13

8:50 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 2/21

6:35 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$426

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/1

9:20 pm-5:20 am

1 stop9h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

6:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$440

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/16

11:50 am-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 1/24

1:50 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$549

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/17

4:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 1/26

4:25 pm-3:00 am

1 stop9h 35m

$554

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 2/21

10:40 am-2:50 am

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

3:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$562

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 December 20, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

The most flights from DXB to IST are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 December 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa and Gulf Air from Dubai to Istanbul to help guide your decision. 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
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,788 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
711 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,502 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Dubai Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Dubai. Booking flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 19 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 9 different airlines.

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

    Kuwait Airways, at $305, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Azerbaijan Airlines and Wizz Air. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport for 8% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport are Azerbaijan Airlines ($153), Wizz Air ($157), and flydubai ($181).

  • 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 Qantas Airways (80%), Emirates (66%) and Royal Brunei Airlines (55%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,133, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $235. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $330.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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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Discover the top 9 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$166Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
AjetCheapest$179Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$202Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$262Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
flydubaiCheapest$282Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$283Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$294Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$306Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
EmiratesCheapest$731Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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