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$118+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — IST
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Mon 12/29
Mon 1/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Istanbul are usually found in September or May, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 November 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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.
Wed 12/2411:30 amDXB - IST
1 stop9h 55mflynas
Sun 12/289:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop7h 55mflynas
Deal found 11/28$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:10 pmDXB - IST
1 stop10h 15mAzerbaijan Airlines
Tue 12/910:25 pmIST - DXB
1 stop9h 45mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 11/28$294
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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.
Sun 12/79:20 pmDXB - IST
1 stop9h 00mGulf Air
Wed 12/104:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop24h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 11/27$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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.
Thu 12/41:00 pmDXB - IST
1 stop27h 30mGulf Air
Sat 12/66:05 amIST - DXB
1 stop29h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 11/28$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Mon 12/299:20 pmDXB - IST
1 stop19h 10mGulf Air
Mon 1/54:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop10h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 11/29$304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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.
Mon 12/111:35 pmDXB - IST
1 stop16h 55mGulf Air
Sat 12/66:05 amIST - DXB
1 stop13h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 11/27$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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.
Tue 12/211:30 amDXB - IST
1 stop9h 55mflynas
Tue 12/99:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop7h 55mflynas
Deal found 11/28$317
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 12/17:45 amDXB - IST
1 stop8h 45mGulf Air
Fri 12/56:05 amIST - DXB
1 stop11h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 11/28$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Wed 12/312:30 pmDXB - IST
1 stop8h 55mflynas
Tue 12/99:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop7h 55mflynas
Deal found 11/29$321
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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.
Mon 12/17:45 amDXB - IST
1 stop8h 45mGulf Air
Mon 12/84:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop10h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 11/28$324
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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 12/21:30 pmDXB - IST
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/111:20 pmIST - DXB
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/27$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/512:15 pmDXB - IST
1 stop10h 10mAzerbaijan Airlines
Wed 12/1010:25 pmIST - DXB
1 stop11h 30mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 11/29$331

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 November 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(oojo)

One-way from

$118
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$637 or less

Good one-way deal

$270 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Dubai

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/17

4:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

2:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop12h 20m

$291

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/2

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

1:20 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$309

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/16

11:35 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 12/24

6:05 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$353

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/8

7:45 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

6:05 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$367

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/27

7:45 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 12/28

6:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$370

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/4

4:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 1/13

1:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop13h 20m

$372

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/2

7:05 pm-5:20 am

1 stop11h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 1/9

4:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop10h 05m

$372

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/22

11:35 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 12/28

6:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$372

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/19

11:35 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 12/28

6:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$391

DubaiIstanbul

DXB - IST

DXBIST

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/2

8:45 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

6:40 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$402

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/28

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport

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 November 21, 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 47 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of $107). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 November 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 November 29, 2025.

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

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 November 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Kuwait Airways, and Pegasus Airlines from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. 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
3,425 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,425 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,425 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kuwait Airways
7.2
Good
322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,425 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,425 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
145 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,425 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 17 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from Dubai to Istanbul Airport will take you 8h 15m. The distance between Dubai and Istanbul Airport is about 1881 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Pegasus Airlines, at $101, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia and Ajet. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Icelandair (88%), flydubai (87%) and Turkish Airlines (84%).

  • 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 $1,342, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $192. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $237.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport (average of $107). Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 8 airlines flying from Dubai to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 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 November 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$112Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Air ArabiaCheapest$168Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AjetCheapest$195Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$257Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
flydubaiCheapest$313Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$315Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$315Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$717Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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