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$158+ 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jan 21 — Jan 281
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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 January 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$285
(oojo)

One-way from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

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July

Average price

$351
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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 January 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 1/192:30 amDXB - IST
1 stop19h 55mAzerbaijan Airlines
Thu 1/2312:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop12h 10mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 1/16$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/142:10 pmDXB - IST
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/216:35 pmIST - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$311
This Kuwait Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kuwait Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/45:35 amDXB - IST
1 stop6h 10mKuwait Airways
Tue 2/1112:10 pmIST - DXB
1 stop8h 45mKuwait Airways
Deal found 1/16$361
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/79:15 pmDXB - IST
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Thu 4/102:10 amIST - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mflydubai
Deal found 1/16$402
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:50 amDXB - IST
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Mon 5/262:00 pmIST - DXB
1 stop31h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$409
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 1/1911:35 pmDXB - IST
1 stop6h 45mGulf Air
Sat 1/256:05 amIST - DXB
1 stop9h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 1/16$459
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/1811:50 amDXB - IST
1 stop7h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 1/261:50 pmIST - DXB
1 stop13h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/16$484
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/182:55 pmDXB - IST
2 stops17h 30mAegean Airlines
Wed 5/284:35 amIST - DXB
1 stop8h 15mAegean Airlines
Deal found 1/16$536
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/152:25 amDXB - IST
1 stop13h 25mSAUDIA
Tue 2/254:25 pmIST - DXB
1 stop7h 45mSAUDIA
Deal found 1/16$560
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 1/2110:05 amDXB - IST
1 stop17h 45mEgyptair
Tue 2/43:50 amIST - DXB
1 stop14h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 1/16$566
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/712:10 pmDXB - IST
1 stop23h 10mAir Astana
Fri 4/115:05 pmIST - DXB
2 stops18h 50mAir Astana
Deal found 1/16$596
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:55 amDXB - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Tue 11/115:55 pmIST - DXB
2 stops14h 05mKLM
Deal found 1/16$630

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 January 16, 2025.

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DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 2/7

2:30 am-9:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 2/15

12:20 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$309

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 2/14

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 2/21

6:35 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$311

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/4

5:35 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 2/11

12:10 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$361

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/7

9:15 pm-1:10 am

Nonstop4h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 4/10

2:10 am-7:35 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$402

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/16

12:50 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 5/28

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$409

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/17

5:00 pm-4:55 am

1 stop12h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/29

5:45 am-8:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$476

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/18

2:55 pm-11:15 am

2 stops45h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 5/30

4:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$536

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/28

5:30 am-6:35 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 8/15

8:50 am-8:55 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$541

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sat 2/15

2:25 am-2:50 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 2/25

4:25 pm-1:10 am

1 stop7h 45m

$560

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 2/14

10:20 am-2:50 am

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 2/20

3:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$566

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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 January.
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*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 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 January 10, 2025.

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 January 16, 2025.

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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from DXB to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 January 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Azerbaijan Airlines, Gulf Air and Egyptair 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
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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
684 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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 16 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 9 different airlines.

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

    Azerbaijan Airlines, at $285, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Kuwait Airways and Lufthansa. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport for 14% 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 ($158), flydubai ($180), and Aegean Airlines ($243).

  • 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 (90%), LOT (85%) and Turkish Airlines (77%).

  • 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 $1,300, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $206. 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul

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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$166Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
AjetCheapest$179Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$202Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$262Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
flydubaiCheapest$282Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$283Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$294Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$306Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
EmiratesCheapest$721Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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