What percentage of Dortmund to Istanbul flights are direct?

Direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul are not very common, historically making up only 1.2% of all flights. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically opt for connecting flights. When a stopover is involved, the median number of stopovers is one. This indicates that most routes between these two cities will include at least one layover.

How many hours is the flight from Dortmund to Istanbul?

The direct flight from Dortmund to Istanbul typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1970 kilometers. However, direct flights are less common. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer duration, with a median flight time of 7 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Dortmund to Istanbul come up regularly. This route is classified as having regular deal frequency. Travelers can generally expect to find favorable prices with some consistency. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 30-day period, indicating a steady availability of competitive fares.

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Dortmund to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

A typical journey from Dortmund to Istanbul takes about 8h 10m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 1970 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers involved in reaching Istanbul from Dortmund.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Dortmund to Istanbul, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $155–$226, with a median of $186. Currently, 32% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals is possible despite the current pricing trend.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul, January stands out with a median fare of $159. Following closely, November offers a median of $166, and February presents a median of $174. These months tend to offer more favorable pricing compared to other times of the year.

For flights from Dortmund to Istanbul, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 1.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a good fare.

How much is a round trip from Dortmund to Istanbul

Regular price: €113 - €421

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul typically range from 113 EUR to 421 EUR. The current lowest deal is 113 EUR with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Nov 8-Nov 12.

now 113 €

Low 113 €

High 421 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from 159 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 249 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dortmund to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

277 €

163 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

281 €

160 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

285 €

166 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

256 €

151 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

255 €

166 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

303 €

178 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

316 € → 163 €

48%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

277 € → 142 €

49%

3 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 16

290 € → 160 €

45%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

293 € → 165 €

44%

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Dortmund - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Dortmund to Istanbul are below the typical level at $113.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 10m.

The median flight duration from Dortmund to Istanbul is 8h 10m, with 1 stopover when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1.2% direct flights in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights.

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals from Dortmund to Istanbul appear regularly, with good prices available 32% of the time.

Dortmund main airports to depart from

Dortmund (DTM)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€131

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€127

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the distance.

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

💸 Flights from ~€155

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Sep 09

Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,751

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Sep 28

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,670

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Sep 23

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,683

Condor Flugdienst, +1

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Oct 02

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,696

Condor Flugdienst, +1

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Sep 23

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,696

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Sep 14

Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,734

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,742

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, booking flights from Dortmund to Istanbul 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $184. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out average around $190, while those booked within 0-6 days of travel can average up to $269. Planning ahead by at least two months can result in significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, 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, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $226. Securing a fare at or below $155 means you are getting a deal better than 75% of the prices observed over the trailing 90 days.

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. While February is listed among the cheapest months with a median of $174, it also represents the most expensive month in the trailing 270-day period. The annual median price for this route is $186.

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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

Regular price: €113 - €421

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Dortmund to Istanbul typically range from 113 EUR to 421 EUR. The current lowest deal is 113 EUR with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Nov 8-Nov 12.

now 113 €

Low 113 €

High 421 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from 159 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 249 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dortmund to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

277 €

163 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

281 €

160 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

285 €

166 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

256 €

151 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

255 €

166 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTM - Istanbul

Dortmund (DTM) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

303 €

178 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

316 € → 163 €

48%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

277 € → 142 €

49%

3 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 16

290 € → 160 €

45%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

293 € → 165 €

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul

Dortmund - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Dortmund to Istanbul are below the typical level at $113.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 10m.

The median flight duration from Dortmund to Istanbul is 8h 10m, with 1 stopover when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1.2% direct flights in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights.

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights from Dortmund to Istanbul, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals from Dortmund to Istanbul appear regularly, with good prices available 32% of the time.

Dortmund main airports to depart from

Dortmund (DTM)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€131

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~€127

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the distance.

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

💸 Flights from ~€155

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

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Elite

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

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From DTM

Elite

Sep 11

Istanbul, Turkey

66% AI deal score

$1,646

$1,581

Save $65

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 11

Istanbul, Turkey

46% AI deal score

$1,581

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 11

Istanbul, Turkey

46% AI deal score

$1,594

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 09

Istanbul, Turkey

44% AI deal score

$1,751

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 28

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,670

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 23

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,683

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Oct 02

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,696

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 23

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,696

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 14

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,734

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

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Sep 25

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,736

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 11

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,742

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

From DTM

Elite

Sep 30

Istanbul, Turkey

43% AI deal score

$1,747

Condor Flugdienst, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Dortmund to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Dortmund to Istanbul

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 the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 8h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights.

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

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How early should I book Dortmund to Istanbul flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Dortmund to Istanbul?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul?

What percentage of Dortmund to Istanbul flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Dortmund to Istanbul?

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

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More routes from Dortmund

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

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 the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 8h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights.

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

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 09

Sep 28

Sep 23

Oct 02

Sep 23

Sep 14

Sep 25

Sep 11

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How early should I book Dortmund to Istanbul flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Dortmund to Istanbul?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Dortmund to Istanbul?