Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul three hours ahead of Dublin.
Each week, there are 19 Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, go for the 10:35 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 17:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between DUB and IST include:
London Heathrow Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Birmingham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
At the moment, $106 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $255. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DUB to IST, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DUB to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of the flights that depart from Dublin Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DUB:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Dublin Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.