Flying from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
4 hours 27 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Istanbul.
With 168 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IST to DXB is with Emirates at 23:40.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to DXB, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB) can be booked from here.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport leaving from IST. Get on board with any of these:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Istanbul to DXB that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and DXB include:
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
From central Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) has direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB).
You can take your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Istanbul to DXB departing from SAW. Jet off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DXB are:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to DXB? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dubai Airport is P4,731. The cheapest price for a return flight is P7,989. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Istanbul to DXB, reserve your trip 2 months ahead of your planned departure.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Dubai Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Dubai Airport (DXB)
April is the quietest time to travel to Dubai. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to DXB in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Dubai Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Dubai Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Dubai is to explore its most popular attractions. Highlights include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
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