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Cheapest round-trip
$853
Typical prices: $873-$1,301
United Airlines
Fri 2/9Sun 2/11
DFW - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$874
Typical prices: $868-$1,253
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/21Sun 10/28
DFW - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 11h 54m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 73% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $981 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul (DFW-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul

Sun, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 18
Lufthansa Logo
4:05 pm - 6:10 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
41h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 11:03 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 33m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
$827Lufthansa
Mon, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 17
British Airways Logo
4:06 pm - 12:05 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
22h 59m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong London Heathrow
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7:40 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
20h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
$830British Airways
Mon, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 17
British Airways Logo
3:14 pm - 5:35 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
17h 21m2 stops Nashville Intl London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
7:40 am - 9:30 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
21h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
$835British Airways
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 11
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 6:10 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
21h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 10:26 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
36h 21m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$853United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 20
Lufthansa Logo
4:15 pm - 6:10 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 2:25 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$853Lufthansa
Thu, Mar 18 - Sun, Apr 18
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11:55 pm - 12:20 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
28h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:45 pm - 9:50 amIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$854Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:30 pm - 7:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
28h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:10 pm - 3:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$858Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:55 pm - 12:45 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
29h 50m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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10:10 pm - 4:05 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 55m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$858Royal Jordanian
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:55 pm - 1:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
30h 10m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
2:05 pm - 4:05 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
35h 00m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$858Royal Jordanian
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 20
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 10:45 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IST Istanbul
21h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 2:25 pmIST  Istanbul-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$866United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport typically range from $873 to $1,301. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $853, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport at $813 round-trip.
•May ($1,450) and June ($1,415) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul

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

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$347
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul 
nabeelFlew with Turkish AirlinesJul 2026
DFW lounge is normally crowded so arrive early if in Business class
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesMar 2026
Istanbul airport is a big airport. Be ready to walk

Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 2:24 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 pm and lands at 9:24 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 54m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 11h 54m, covering 6,256 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $873 to $1,301, with an average of $1,029 over the past 12 months. Anything below $873 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $1,029 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $1,008 round-trip and layover options via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) at $981.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. 73% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $63–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $504, which is 28% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 35m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $974 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,076, a difference of $102.

    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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 03m, compared with 17h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 17h 14m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 8 hours ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Turkey Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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
    • Pakistan International Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • RwandAir: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $974, about $102 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $813 round-trip in that month - typically $637 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $981 round-trip on this route - about $28 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Dallas/Fort Worth to Istanbul

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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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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