Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport from £115
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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — IST
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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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 2 February 2026.
Wed 25/204:30
DXB
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IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 6/314:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/2£192
Mon 3/804:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 3/803:30
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£202
Tue 22/904:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Wed 23/903:15
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£202
Wed 4/211:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop10h 45m
flynas
Thu 5/221:20
IST
-
DXB
1 stop17h 05m
flynas
Deal found 1/2£204
Fri 6/304:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Wed 11/314:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£210
Wed 18/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Wed 25/214:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop6h 45m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£215
Mon 16/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/221:20
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£221
Tue 3/221:20
DXB
-
IST
1 stop19h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 7/206:05
IST
-
DXB
1 stop13h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 31/1£224
Tue 17/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Sun 22/214:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£227
Sun 15/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Thu 19/214:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£231
Best flights from Dubai to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Wed 25/204:30
DXB
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IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 6/314:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/2£192
Mon 16/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/221:20
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£221
Sat 28/313:00
DXB
-
IST
1 stop27h 20m
Gulf Air
Mon 30/305:45
IST
-
DXB
1 stop20h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 31/1£253
Wed 18/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 22/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£296
Tue 26/506:00
DXB
-
IST
1 stop8h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Sat 30/503:15
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/2£221
Fri 20/207:45
DXB
-
IST
1 stop8h 45m
Gulf Air
Tue 24/216:20
IST
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 31/1£268
Wed 18/213:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Tue 24/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£296
Sat 21/213:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 22/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£296
Tue 7/713:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Sat 25/702:10
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 2/2£296
Wed 8/721:15
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Fri 24/702:10
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 2/2£296
Direct flights from Dubai to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Mon 16/213:30
DXB
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IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Mon 16/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 1/2£283
Tue 17/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Mon 23/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£296
Fri 17/421:15
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Mon 20/418:35
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£296
Sun 29/313:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Tue 31/318:35
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£310
Wed 18/213:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 22/218:40
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£314
Sun 5/421:15
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Thu 9/402:10
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 1/2£320
Sun 15/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Tue 17/201:55
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 1/2£382
Sun 15/213:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Wed 25/218:40
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£383
Thu 19/214:20
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Emirates
Thu 19/223:40
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 31/1£572
Mon 30/310:40
DXB
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IST
Nonstop4h 45m
Emirates
Mon 30/319:35
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 31/1£573
Mon 16/214:20
DXB
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IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Emirates
Fri 20/220:05
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 31/1£574
Thu 2/407:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 19/418:50
IST
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2£579
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Istanbul. Data last updated 2 February 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 3/221:20
DXB
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IST
1 stop19h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 7/206:05
IST
-
DXB
1 stop13h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 31/1£224
Wed 4/211:30
DXB
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IST
1 stop10h 45m
flynas
Thu 5/221:20
IST
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DXB
1 stop17h 05m
flynas
Deal found 1/2£204
Fri 6/202:30
DXB
-
IST
2 stops11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/215:45
IST
-
DXB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£251
Sun 15/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Thu 19/214:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£231
Mon 16/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/221:20
IST
-
DXB
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£221
Mon 16/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop8h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 20/214:30
IST
-
DXB
1 stop6h 25m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£249
Tue 17/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Sun 22/214:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£227
Wed 18/204:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 20/214:30
IST
-
DXB
1 stop6h 25m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£215
Wed 25/204:30
DXB
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IST
1 stop9h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 6/314:10
IST
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 2/2£192
One-way flights from Dubai to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Tue 17/222:30
DXB
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IST
2 stops16h 15m
SAUDIA
Deal found 1/2£115
Mon 15/604:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£127
Tue 17/213:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 1/2£131
Mon 16/220:45
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 1/2£131
Mon 15/613:30
DXB
-
IST
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 31/1£133
Fri 31/718:55
DXB
-
IST
1 stop8h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£137
Fri 3/704:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 31/1£143
Mon 6/404:30
DXB
-
IST
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 1/2£144
Sun 15/223:35
DXB
-
IST
1 stop6h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 1/2£150
Sat 14/217:15
DXB
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IST
1 stop25h 15m
Oman Air
Deal found 1/2£151
Find 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 2 February 2026.
Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Price
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Wed 25/2
04:30-12:45
1 stop9h 15m
Istanbul
Fri 6/3
14:10-03:30
1 stop12h 20m
£192
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Mon 16/2
20:45-00:55
Nonstop5h 10m
Istanbul
Tue 17/2
21:20-06:15
1 stop7h 55m
£221
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Tue 26/5
06:00-13:20
1 stop8h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 30/5
03:15-12:05
1 stop7h 50m
£221
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Sat 28/3
13:00-15:20
1 stop27h 20m
Istanbul
Mon 30/3
05:45-03:30
1 stop20h 45m
£253
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Fri 20/2
07:45-15:30
1 stop8h 45m
Istanbul
Tue 24/2
16:20-03:35
1 stop10h 15m
£268
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Wed 18/2
20:45-00:55
Nonstop5h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 22/2
01:55-07:20
Nonstop4h 25m
£296
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Wed 18/2
13:30-17:40
Nonstop5h 10m
Istanbul
Tue 24/2
01:55-07:20
Nonstop4h 25m
£296
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Sat 21/2
13:30-17:40
Nonstop5h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 22/2
01:55-07:20
Nonstop4h 25m
£296
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Tue 7/7
13:30-17:25
Nonstop4h 55m
Istanbul
Sat 25/7
02:10-07:40
Nonstop4h 30m
£296
DubaiIstanbul
DXB - IST
DXBIST
Dubai Intl
Wed 8/7
21:15-01:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Istanbul
Fri 24/7
02:10-07:40
Nonstop4h 30m
£296
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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.
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 85 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of £91). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of £134). 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 2 February 2026.
When flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, 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 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.
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 2 February 2026.
The most flights from DXB to IST are scheduled on a Saturday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Istanbul delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between Dubai 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 Dubai to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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, flydubai have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Riyadh (RUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £158.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Manama (BAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 11m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Muscat (MCT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 10m.
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 2 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport, such as Gulf Air, Pegasus Airlines, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Everything about gulf air is terrible. Staff is rude and condescending. Food is horrible. And Bahrain airport is really bad to transit through
Related info for your journey
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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 4 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Istanbul. It is only a 6.8 mi journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city center.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
For as low as £194, Kuwait Airways can have you in Istanbul Airport from Dubai in 9h 15m. There are 1881 mi between Dubai and Istanbul Airport.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at £131, Ajet will fly you from Dubai to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Ajet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Pegasus Airlines and Gulf Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £158 and £177, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Pegasus Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £55. Users have also found prices from £73 and £95 on Ajet and flydubai, respectively.
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 Emirates (76%), Qantas Airways (74%) and Turkish Airlines (68%).
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Istanbul Airport is £213. On average you can expect to pay £410. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £965.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of £91). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of £134). 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.
Explore flights to Istanbul departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 2 February 2026.
Discover the top 4 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Dubai to Istanbul flexibly with Cheapflights today.
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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Istanbul from Dubai today and book when prices fit your budget.
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