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Cheapest round-trip
$99
Typical prices: $68-$130
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/19Sun 10/21
DLM - IST • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$43
Typical prices: $59-$100
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/22
DLM - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 1h 33m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 54% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Dalaman to Istanbul (DLM-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dalaman to Istanbul

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:40 pm - 12:10 amDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 9:55 pmIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$99Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Mar 11
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$105Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$112Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Mar 11
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11:00 pm - 12:30 amDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:15 pmIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$116Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Mar 11
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:15 pmIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$116Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Mar 11
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11:00 pm - 12:30 amDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$116Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Mar 11
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$116Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Mar 11
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11:00 pm - 12:30 amDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:15 pmIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$117Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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10:20 am - 11:55 amDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 35mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 25mnonstop
$120Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:00 pm - 10:30 pmDLM  Dalaman-IST Istanbul
1h 30mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLM Dalaman
1h 20mnonstop
$120Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport typically range from $68 to $130. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $99, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dalaman to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Tara Craig

Tara Craig

Expert on DLM

Tara Craig has been a journalist for 17 years, focusing on aviation for more than a decade. She has covered everything from how airports accommodate disabled passengers to the emergence of electric air taxis. Tara is constantly travelling and finds it hard to stop noticing things – good and bad – about the air travel experience.

Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Key details for Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$43
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 112% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Dalaman to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dalaman to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:10 am and lands at 1:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 12:33 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 33m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 33m, covering 315 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport range from $68 to $130, with an average of $110 over the past 12 months. Anything below $68 counts as a good deal.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ajet and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, afternoon flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • How are flight prices from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $49, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Dalaman (DLM) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dalaman to Istanbul Airport route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $83 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $154, a difference of $71.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dalaman to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Dalaman and Istanbul Airport.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Serbia: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dalaman to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $83, about $71 less than Saturday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dalaman to Istanbul Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $51 round-trip in that month - typically $136 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Dalaman to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Istanbul to Dalaman

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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