Flying from Dallas to Istanbul: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Istanbul departing from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Dallas to Istanbul flight is 11 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Dallas.
The most popular route for flights from Dallas to Istanbul is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are nine services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from DFW to IST is the 14:50 Turkish Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 21:35 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you make your Dallas to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Istanbul
R 4,360 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Istanbul. Return flights start from R 9,052. These prices may change based on availability.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Dallas to Istanbul flights.
August is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Dallas to Istanbul. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Dallas to Istanbul flights.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on a nonstop flight from Dallas to Istanbul. From DFW, you can fly straight to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Dallas to Istanbul plane tickets from DFW.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Dallas to Istanbul flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
DFW is around 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Dallas to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
Of the departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% land on time at their destination.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your Dallas to Istanbul flight.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Dallas to Istanbul has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your Dallas to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Dallas to Istanbul. April is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Dallas to Istanbul ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Istanbul, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Istanbul to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
