Flying from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM).
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport.
Dammam (where King Fahd International Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to King Fahd International Airport (DMM), with 35 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to DMM is the 01:10 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:00 with Pegasus Airlines.
Your flight from Istanbul to DMM won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM) operate from here.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport leaving from IST.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to DMM. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Trabzon Airport (TZX)
From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Need a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM)? Browse the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
When setting off from SAW, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Istanbul to DMM. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
Break up your flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DMM are:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to DMM:
Getting from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to central Dammam
King Fahd International Airport to the centre of Dammam takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport from 62 € or travel return from just 120 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to DMM.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport if you take off in April. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Istanbul to DMM every day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Dammam, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Istanbul to DMM for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dammam to range from 31ºC to 42ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 11ºC and 23ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport.
More about Dammam
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dammam right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport:
King Fahd Park and Dammam Corniche are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Dammam travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Marjan Island.
Complete your Dammam trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Dammam and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Istanbul to King Fahd International Airport.