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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $290-$467
Lufthansa
Mon 12/3Tue 12/11
DUB - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$327
Typical prices: $322-$500
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/12Tue 11/20
DUB - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 4h 32m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $140 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dublin to Istanbul (DUB-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dublin to Istanbul

Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
Lufthansa Logo
5:10 am - 10:45 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$195Lufthansa
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:10 am - 10:45 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$196Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:10 am - 10:45 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$196Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:10 am - 10:45 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$196Lufthansa
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 4:55 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
8h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:15 am - 2:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
9h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$202Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 4:55 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
20h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
9h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$202Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 4:55 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
20h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:10 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
9h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$202Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 12:05 amDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
4h 30mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 10:30 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
4h 40mnonstop
$327Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:45 pmDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
4h 35mnonstop
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7:55 am - 9:35 amIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
4h 40mnonstop
$330Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 12:05 amDUB  Dublin-IST Istanbul
4h 30mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 10:30 pmIST  Istanbul-DUB Dublin
4h 40mnonstop
$330Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dublin to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport typically range from $290 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195, on Lufthansa.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dublin to Istanbul Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Istanbul Airport at $277 round-trip.
•August ($479) and July ($451) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 3 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.

Key details for Dublin to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$94
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dublin to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Dublin to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dublin 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 Dublin 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 Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 10:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:35 pm and lands at 9:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 32m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Dublin to Istanbul Airport takes 4h 32m, covering 1,814 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport range from $290 to $467, with an average of $367 over the past 12 months. Anything below $290 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dublin to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $367 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $140 round-trip via London Luton (LTN), compared to $402 for nonstop.

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

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Dublin to Istanbul Airport flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $52–$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 Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dublin to Istanbul Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Dublin to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $143, which is 38% 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 averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

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

    Night 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 Dublin 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 Dublin to Istanbul Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Dublin to Istanbul Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $349 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $397, a difference of $48.

    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 Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Dublin and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dublin to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 55m, compared with 7h 33m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 7h 45m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Dublin and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 3 hours ahead of Dublin (Turkey Time vs Irish 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 Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dublin 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

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

  • Where is the closest restaurant when I arrive in Istanbul (IST)?

    Your closest restaurant when you arrive at Istanbul Airport would be the Via Cafe. The café has a small selection of baked goods and will also sell ready-made meals like sandwiches. You can also grab a tea or coffee as a way to refresh yourself when you arrive.

  • Which airlines fly directly to Istanbul from Dublin International Airport?

    If you’re flying from Dublin International Airport and you want a non-stop flight to Turkey’s Istanbul International Airport, then you should fly with Turkish Airlines. Istanbul is one of the central hubs for the airline, so direct flights to the airport are fairly common with Turkish Airlines. You can also fly to Istanbul with one stop in Düsseldorf on Eurowings and Pegasus Airlines, arriving at Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), which is smaller than Istanbul Airport (IST) and 32 km from the city centre on the Asian side of the metropolis.

  • Where can I get medicine or sunscreen when I arrive in Istanbul (IST)?

    The Airport Pharmacy and the Huzur Pharmacy are both fully stocked pharmacies that will be able to supply you with all your medical needs. They also stock things like toiletries and sunblock in case you forgot to pack your own before you left Dublin.

Your guide to booking Dublin 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $349, about $48 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 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 Dublin to Istanbul Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $277 round-trip in that month - typically $202 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Luton Airport (LTN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $140 round-trip on this route - about $262 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you’re looking for the fastest way to central Istanbul from the airport, then a good idea would be to make use of the taxis. The taxis will cost around ₺210 (€22) and will take around 30min or so depending on traffic. Public transport is reliable but can take a long time, so make sure you are familiar with the route and are aware of what your accommodation looks like.
  • If you want private parking and a way to fast track yourself through security before departure, you should consider using the Dublin International Airport (DUB) Platinum Service, which offers private parking, a fast track service, and other bonus features. The service costs a minimum of €255, with private parking costing around €40 per day.
  • If you’re wanting to freshen up after your flight to Istanbul International Airport (IST), check out the airport spa in the international arrivals terminal. You can book a massage and have a shower while you wait for your transport to your hotel. Fees start at around ₺195 (€20). You can also use the IGA lounge if you are a member. Memberships cost an annual fee of €299.

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Dublin 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 Dublin

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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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