Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Istanbul.
Choose from 168 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
To ensure you catch your IST to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Dubai holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of United Arab Emirates:
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and DXB:
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 107 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 202 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from IST to DXB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to DXB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to explore Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.