How often are flights from Dubai to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Dubai and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Emirates have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of November 2025, 18 flights take off from Dubai and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 42% of daily flights taking off at noon.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $257.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 126 flights per week flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dubai Intl to Istanbul?

flyadeal and Kuwait Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to Istanbul

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 30m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

flydubai, Pegasus Airlines and Ajet are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Dubai according to our data. flydubai is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Dubai and Istanbul Airport?

Kuwait City (KWI) was the most common stop: 79% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 53m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $344 to $489. The lowest price recently found on this route was $257.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dubai and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $320. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Dubai, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $328.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $671. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Dubai because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $749.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $391. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $646.

What is the cheapest Dubai Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Dubai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $365 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Dubai for as low as $284 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Dubai Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Dubai to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Dubai to Istanbul Airport.

How have Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Dubai to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Dubai in the past 72 hours is $398. The best round-trip flight deal from Dubai to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $386.

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How far is Dubai Intl to Istanbul by plane?
A flight from Dubai Intl to Istanbul will travel around 1879.5 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Dubai to Istanbul Airport is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 19.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 16.91%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 13.51%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 10.45%.
What is the most popular airline from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Dubai to Istanbul Airport is flydubai, representing 51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ajet at 19%, Pegasus Airlines at 11%, and Kuwait Airways at 6%.

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Pegasus Airlines	PriceFrom $101	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 640 reviews	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 52 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights
Ajet	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 18 reviews	Search Ajet flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom $290	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 319 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
flydubai	PriceFrom $313	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 145 reviews	Search flydubai flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,044 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,664 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $717	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,423 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Emirates Flights From Dubai to Istanbul Airport
The lowest priced Emirates flight from Dubai to Istanbul Airport from the last 72 hours was $717. Generally, Emirates has 33 flights on this route every week with an average price of $848. Emirates is rated 8.1/10 by our users.
Turkish Airlines Flights From Dubai to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines (7.3/10 from 4,044 reviews) operates around 25 flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport in any given week. The average Turkish Airlines airfare for this route is around $742, with deals from around $315 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What cabin class options are available on Dubai Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Dubai to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Dubai to Istanbul Airport.

How have Dubai to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Dubai to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dubai Intl to Istanbul?

flyadeal and Kuwait Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Dubai to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Dubai and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Emirates have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Dubai and Istanbul Airport?

Kuwait City (KWI) was the most common stop: 79% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $257.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 30m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Dubai to Istanbul Airport?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 53m.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of November 2025, 18 flights take off from Dubai and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 42% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 126 flights per week flying from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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