What percentage of Dortmund to Istanbul flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 1.2% of flights from Dortmund to Istanbul were direct. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically have at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that direct flights are a rare occurrence for this particular route.

How many hours is the flight from Dortmund to Istanbul?

A direct flight from Dortmund to Istanbul typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 7 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 1970 kilometers. Travelers should account for the longer duration if their itinerary includes a layover.

How often do cheap flights from Dortmund to Istanbul come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Dortmund to Istanbul come up on a regular basis. This route is classified as having regular deal frequency. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable prices with some consistency when planning their trips. This suggests that with some monitoring, good opportunities for booking at a lower cost are available.

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November 9 - December 9

Cheapest

Best

DTM - Istanbul

231 €

133 €

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November 17 - November 24

DTM - Istanbul

156 €

135 €

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November 2 - November 9

DTM - Istanbul

152 €

137 €

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November 1 - November 11

Earliest

DTM - Istanbul

142 €

138 €

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December 1 - December 15

DTM - Istanbul

283 €

140 €

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November 9 - November 11

DTM - Istanbul

157 €

141 €

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November 26 - November 29

DTM - Istanbul

160 €

141 €

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November 2 - November 29

DTM - Istanbul

135 €

141 €

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November 27 - November 30

DTM - Istanbul

162 €

141 €

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November 28 - November 30

DTM - Istanbul

162 €

141 €

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Dortmund to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

A typical journey from Dortmund to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 8h 10m. This route covers a distance of 1,970 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, the total travel time reflects the need for transfers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dortmund to Istanbul, fares typically range from $155–$226, with a median of $186. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 32% of recent fares were considered a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $159. Following closely, November offers a median fare of $166, and February presents a median of $174, making these months generally more budget-friendly for this route.

Most itineraries for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul are not direct. Only 1.2% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, meaning that most itineraries connect at least once. For those connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Dortmund to Istanbul

Regular price: €119 - €438

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

Regular prices for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul typically range from 119 EUR to 438 EUR. The current lowest deal is 132 EUR with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Nov 6-Nov 12.

now 132 €

Low 119 €

High 438 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul is January, with a median price of 159 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 249 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 159 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 249 €

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Direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

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Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

292 €

180 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

251 €

164 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (IST)

Aero Services Executive

259 €

171 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

259 €

164 €

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

263 €

150 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

264 €

154 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 9

298 € → 159 €

47%

2 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 14

300 € → 168 €

44%

3 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 8

298 € → 172 €

42%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

263 € → 142 €

46%

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Dortmund - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Dortmund to Istanbul are below the typical level at $132.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul, with a median price of $159.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 8h 10m

Flights from Dortmund to Istanbul typically take 8h 10m, with one stopover being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 98.8% of recent flight options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct deals

Pegasus Airlines has offered recent direct deals on the Dortmund to Istanbul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Dortmund to Istanbul appear regularly, offering good opportunities to book.

Dortmund main airports to depart from

Dortmund (DTM)

Cheapest

Dortmund Airport is a good choice for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Dortmund city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a good option for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International is another choice for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Adnan Menderes as a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~€166

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International is a reliable capital city airport with an extensive domestic network and growing international presence.

📍 ~370 km from Istanbul (requires significant travel from Istanbul)

💸 Flights from ~€162

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is the closest geographical alternative to Istanbul, easily accessible by road from the European side.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (very limited flight schedule and destination variety)

💸 Flights from ~€263

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the nearest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for European-bound flights.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires crossing an international border, visa requirements may apply)

💸 Flights from ~€93

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers relatively close proximity to Istanbul, serving as a secondary option for the southern Marmara region.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (limited flight options and frequency, requires crossing the Marmara Sea)

💸 Flights from ~€308

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, booking flights from Dortmund to Istanbul at least 60 days in advance typically yields the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked 60+ days out was $184. In comparison, flights booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $269. Planning ahead by more than two months can result in significant savings on your airfare.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dortmund to Istanbul is considered to be $155 or less. The median price for this route was $186. Prices tend to increase, with 75% of observed fares being $226 or higher. Aiming for a price at or below $155 puts you in the lowest 25% of fares.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul, with a median price of $159. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $166. The annual median price for this route is $186, indicating that these months provide opportunities for savings compared to the overall average.

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Dortmund to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Dortmund to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

Direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Dortmund to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

Dortmund - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 8h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Pegasus Airlines offers direct deals

Deals appear regularly

Dortmund main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

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