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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Dubai.

The fastest, cheapest way to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Dubai (DXB). Non-stop fares from €180, average flight time around 4h 10m. Watch the route and we'll notify you when fares drop.

Duration

4h 10m

Distance

3,000 km

Fare from

€180

Airlines

3

How to book Istanbul to Dubai flights cheap

The Istanbul–Dubai route is approximately 3,000 km — typical non-stop flight time 4h 10m. Multiple carriers operate the corridor, with frequencies ranging from a couple of times a week up to several daily rotations on the heaviest lanes.

Fares start around €180 on the cheapest day of the week — usually Tuesday or Wednesday for European routes. Book 5–8 weeks out for the best chance of catching a fare floor.

FrogSky compares 1,200+ airlines without markup. Set a watch on this route and we'll notify you the moment fares drop below your target.

Airlines on this route

  • Turkish Airlines
  • Emirates
  • flydubai

Booking tips

  • Departures from Istanbul are cheapest Tue–Wed; Friday/Sunday flights are routinely 20–30% pricier.
  • Pre-06:00 morning departures are typically the cheapest slot of the day on long-haul routes.
  • Check whether your fare lands at Dubai's main hub or a secondary airport — the cab/transfer cost can erase your savings.
  • Set a FrogSky price watch and we'll email you when the fare dips into your target band.