What percentage of Dublin to Istanbul flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 27% of flights from Dublin to Istanbul were direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating flight duration.

What's the flight time from Dublin to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight time from Dublin to Istanbul is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 2924 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 8 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the impact of connections on overall travel time. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their itinerary.

How often do Dublin to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Dublin to Istanbul route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common characteristic of this route. Keeping an eye on price trends can be beneficial for those looking to book their travel.

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Dublin to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Right now, 51% of recent fares from Dublin to Istanbul are classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from Dublin to Istanbul, fares typically range from $187 to $313, with a median of $229. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Istanbul? The data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $179. Following closely, January offers a median fare of $180, and April presents another cost-effective option with a median fare of $184. These months generally provide better value for travelers.

A typical journey from Dublin to Istanbul takes about 4h 30m for direct flights. However, most itineraries connect at least once, and for those, the median journey time including connections extends to 9h 45m. Only 27% of recent fares are for direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul, meaning the majority of travelers will experience at least one stopover on their trip.

The route from Dublin to Istanbul covers a distance of 2924 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul flight, meaning you can expect a journey that is neither very short nor extremely long. This distance typically involves several hours in the air, often with a connection when flying between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Istanbul

Regular price: €174 - €462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dublin to Istanbul is 174 EUR to 462 EUR. The current lowest deal is 140 EUR with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 10-Nov 16.

now 140 €

Low 174 €

High 462 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Istanbul is December, with a median price of $161. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $436. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 161 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 436 €

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dublin to Istanbul

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

1,067 €

282 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

1,078 €

289 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

Aer Lingus

1,067 €

282 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

991 €

283 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

823 €

225 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

851 €

209 €

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

1,078 € → 289 €

73%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

1,067 € → 282 €

74%

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

1,067 € → 282 €

74%

2 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 10

991 € → 283 €

71%

Popular Airports to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Dublin - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 51% of deals considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices around $161

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $161.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul typically take 4h 30m, while connecting flights average 9h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 73% of routes, with direct options available from Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, offering many opportunities to find good prices.

Dublin main airports to depart from

Dublin (DUB)

Cheapest

Dublin Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~8 km from Dublin city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€134

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is an alternative arrival option for flights from Dublin to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~€140

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is 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 ~€150

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Oct 03

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Sep 12

Istanbul, Turkey

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Sep 25

Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dublin to Istanbul is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $197. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees average prices increase to $243, while booking more than 60 days out can result in an average price of $302. Planning your trip within the recommended 28-59 day window can help secure more favorable fares.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dublin to Istanbul is considered to be $187 or less. The median price for this route was $229. Fares can go up to $313 or more, representing the higher end of prices observed. Aiming for a fare around $187 would put you in the lowest 25% of prices seen for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dublin to Istanbul include November, with a median price of $179, and January, with a median price of $180. April also shows a competitive median price of $184. The annual median price for this route is $229, indicating that these specific months offer more economical travel options. Travelers looking for lower fares may find these months particularly favorable.

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Dublin to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Istanbul

Regular price: €174 - €462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dublin to Istanbul is 174 EUR to 462 EUR. The current lowest deal is 140 EUR with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 10-Nov 16.

now 140 €

Low 174 €

High 462 €

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

December

Cheapest

Flights from 161 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 436 €

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dublin to Istanbul

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

1,067 €

282 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

1,078 €

289 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

Aer Lingus

1,067 €

282 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

991 €

283 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

823 €

225 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUB - Istanbul

Dublin (DUB) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

851 €

209 €

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

1,078 € → 289 €

73%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

1,067 € → 282 €

74%

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

1,067 € → 282 €

74%

2 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 10

991 € → 283 €

71%

Popular Airports to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Dublin - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 51% of deals considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices around $161

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $161.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul typically take 4h 30m, while connecting flights average 9h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 73% of routes, with direct options available from Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, offering many opportunities to find good prices.

Dublin main airports to depart from

Dublin (DUB)

Cheapest

Dublin Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~8 km from Dublin city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€134

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is an alternative arrival option for flights from Dublin to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~€140

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

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

Istanbul, Turkey

90% AI deal score

$1,808

$965

Save $843

Lufthansa

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Dublin to Istanbul

Dublin to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Dublin to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Dublin - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Fly in December for prices around $161

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Connecting flights are more common

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently for this route

Dublin 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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Nov 06

Sep 01

Sep 06

Nov 11

Oct 03

Sep 12

Sep 25

Sep 26

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Sep 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

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

What's a cheap fare from Dublin to Istanbul?

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

What percentage of Dublin to Istanbul flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Dublin to Istanbul?

How often do Dublin to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Dublin

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Dublin to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Dublin to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Dublin to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Direct flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Dublin to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dublin to Istanbul

Dublin - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Fly in December for prices around $161

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Connecting flights are more common

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently for this route

Dublin 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 22

Nov 06

Sep 01

Sep 06

Nov 11

Oct 03

Sep 12

Sep 25

Sep 26

Sep 18

Sep 14

Sep 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

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

What's a cheap fare from Dublin to Istanbul?

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