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November 14 - November 16

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

SAW - Dubai

$294

$232

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November 14 - November 20

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

SAW - Dubai

$288

$232

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November 22 - November 24

Cheapest

Best

SAW - Dubai

$298

$232

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November 15 - November 24

Cheapest

SAW - Dubai

$283

$232

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November 19 - November 25

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SAW - Dubai

$291

$232

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November 14 - November 25

Cheapest

Earliest

SAW - Dubai

$275

$232

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November 19 - November 20

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SAW - Dubai

$296

$232

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November 21 - November 25

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SAW - Dubai

$300

$232

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November 15 - November 25

Cheapest

SAW - Dubai

$277

$232

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November 15 - November 20

Cheapest

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SAW - Dubai

$294

$232

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Dubai

Flights from Istanbul to Dubai cover a distance of 2,968 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you'll typically spend a significant amount of time in transit, making journey planning an important consideration. The overall travel experience will vary based on whether you opt for a direct flight or an itinerary with connections.

When looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Dubai, fares typically range from $229 to $835, with a median price of $441. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which can present a good opportunity for travelers. Approximately 11% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available if you monitor the market. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Dubai is often during specific months. You'll find the lowest median fares in February, with prices around $169. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $180. Additionally, July presents another affordable option, with median fares at approximately $190.

For direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai, 44% of recent fares are non-stop, indicating a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. When itineraries include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This balance means you have options for both quicker, non-stop travel and potentially more budget-friendly connecting flights.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Dubai takes approximately 9h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers. Given that a significant portion of itineraries involve connections, this median time provides a realistic expectation for your overall travel duration.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Dubai

Regular price: $228 - $546

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Dubai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Dubai is between $228 and $546. The current lowest deal is $232 with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 14 to Nov 16.

now $232

Low $228

High $546

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Dubai is February, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $894. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $894

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai

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Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Dubai

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$446

$299

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$435

$309

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$435

$312

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$443

$307

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$434

$308

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Dubai

Istanbul (IST) - Dubai (DXB)

Kuwait Airways

$421

$301

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Dubai

5 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 25

$466 → $306

34%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$459 → $302

34%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$465 → $309

34%

2 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 29

$468 → $312

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Dubai

Istanbul - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Dubai are below the typical level, with 11% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $169.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 9h 40m

Flights to Dubai typically last 9h 40m. 44% of recent deals are for direct flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day

Deals are frequent on this route, with 1.03 deals per day over the last 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in February for the best prices

For the best prices, consider flying in February, when the median price is $169.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Departing from Istanbul Airport offers a convenient option for flights from Istanbul to Dubai.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International is another choice for your journey from Istanbul to Dubai.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International Airport is a good choice for flights from Istanbul to Dubai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International Airport offers another option for your arrival in Dubai from Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from Dubai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$501

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station is an alternative arrival point for ground transport in Dubai from Istanbul.

📍 ~5 km from Dubai (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International Airport provides an alternative arrival option for flights to the wider Dubai area.

📍 ~20 km from Dubai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and full-service facilities.

📍 ~135 km from Dubai (reachable by car, travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$186

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is the closest alternative airport to northern Dubai districts with easier navigation.

📍 ~90 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$659

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is located within the UAE, avoiding border formalities, with straightforward road access.

📍 ~130 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$476

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is a domestic alternative useful for specific regional connections.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai (reachable by car, often through mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$1187

Muscat International (MCT)

Muscat International is a major regional hub, an alternative for long-haul routes if UAE airports are unavailable.

📍 ~350 km from Dubai (requires an international border crossing into Oman).

💸 Flights from ~$188

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

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$1,553

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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$1,561

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Oct 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

70% AI deal score

$1,868

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Oct 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

70% AI deal score

$1,868

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Oct 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

49% AI deal score

$1,884

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Jun 29

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

49% AI deal score

$1,884

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Istanbul to Dubai is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $384. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significantly higher average price of $819. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price is approximately $701.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Dubai is considered to be $229 or less. The median price for this route has been $441. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $835 or less. These figures are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Dubai are February, with a median price of $169, and September, with a median price of $180. July also shows a relatively low median price of $190. The annual median price for this route is $441, indicating that certain months offer significant savings.

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