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Flight deals from Dushanbe to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dushanbe to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 1,834 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Dushanbe on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,834, select.
Istanbul.R 3,039 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Dushanbe on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,039, select.
Istanbul.R 3,739 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Centrum Air.Outbound indirect flight with Centrum Air, departs from Dushanbe on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,739, select.
Istanbul.R 3,823 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Dushanbe on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,823, select.
Istanbul.R 3,847 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Dushanbe on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,847, select.
Istanbul.R 3,891 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Dushanbe on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,891, select.
Istanbul.R 3,902 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Air Astana.Outbound indirect flight with Air Astana, departs from Dushanbe on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,902, select.
Istanbul.R 4,009 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Dushanbe on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,009, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dushanbe to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dushanbe to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from R 3,039
Mar
from R 1,834
Apr
from R 3,847
May
from R 4,009
Jun
from R 3,823
Jul
from R 3,891
Aug
from R 3,902
Sep
from R 3,739
Oct
from R 8,497
Nov
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Direct flights from Dushanbe to Istanbul

Dushanbe to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dushanbe to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from R 2,664
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from R 1,834
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Dushanbe to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,834
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week9

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Finding cheap flights from Dushanbe to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dushanbe to Istanbul is R 5,627. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Dushanbe to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, airBaltic and Somon Air fly direct from Dushanbe to Istanbul.
As of February 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Dushanbe to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Dushanbe to Istanbul is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 7 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Centrum Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours behind Dushanbe.

  • Choose from seven weekly Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 03:00 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Somon Air operates the last service of the day at 06:10.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DYU to IST flight.

  • During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Travelling to Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Somon Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Somon Air on this route.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DYU and IST include:

    • Almaty Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is R 1,834. A round-trip ticket right now is R 5,627. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from DYU to IST, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DYU to IST.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Dushanbe Airport (DYU)

  • To reach Dushanbe Airport from central Dushanbe, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DYU:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DYU to IST sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dushanbe to Istanbul

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