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Middle East to Turkey · 1490 miles
Dubai to Istanbul Flights — DXB to IST Airlines, Airports & Fare Tips
Searching for cheap flights from Dubai to Istanbul? Compare departures from Dubai International (DXB) to Istanbul Airport (IST). Find the best time to book, top airlines, flight duration, and money-saving tips for your Middle East to Turkey trip.
Which airport should you fly from?
Compare departure and arrival airports for the Dubai to Istanbul route.
DXB — Dubai
Dubai International (DXB)
Dubai Metro Red Line to city centre.
IST — Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport Metro to city centre.
Airlines flying Dubai to Istanbul
Emirates, Turkish Airlines, and flydubai operate frequent flights between Dubai and Istanbul.
Flight duration & logistics
Nonstop flights from Dubai to Istanbul take approximately ~3h 30m. The distance is 1490 miles. Around 15+ flights operate daily on this route.
- Flight time: ~3h 30m
- Time difference: -1h
- Daily flights: 15+
Money-saving tips for Dubai to Istanbul travel
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Book in advance
Emirates and Turkish Airlines both offer excellent service.
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Compare airlines
flydubai has budget options — check baggage fees.
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Flexible dates
Book 3–5 weeks ahead for competitive fares.
Istanbul — your destination
Discover what awaits after your flight from Dubai.
Why book with Tikitikita?
- Compare fares across DXB and IST in one search
- Flexible date grids to spot the cheapest days to fly
- Filter by nonstop, airline, or departure time
- Prices shown include taxes and surcharges
Frequently asked questions
How long DXB to IST?
~3h 30m nonstop. Distance ~1490 miles.
Airlines Dubai–Istanbul?
Emirates, Turkish Airlines, flydubai.
Cheapest month DXB–IST?
January and November.
Visa UAE to Turkey?
Most nationalities can get e-Visa for Turkey online.
Best time to book?
3–5 weeks in advance.