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Flight deals from Istanbul to Dushanbe

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Dushanbe? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dushanbe.R 2,277 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,277, select.
Dushanbe.R 2,325 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,325, select.
Dushanbe.R 2,347 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,347, select.
Dushanbe.R 2,347 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,347, select.
Dushanbe.R 2,364 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,364, select.
Dushanbe.R 2,397 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,397, select.
Dushanbe.R 3,068 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,068, select.
Dushanbe.R 3,244 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Dushanbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,244, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Dushanbe

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Dushanbe flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from R 3,068
Jun
from R 2,325
Jul
from R 2,397
Aug
from R 2,364
Sep
from R 3,244
Oct
from R 2,277
Nov
from R 3,295
Dec
from R 3,295
Jan
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Feb
from R 2,347
Mar
from R 2,347
Apr
from R 5,420

Direct flights from Istanbul to Dushanbe

Istanbul to Dushanbe: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Dushanbe: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,277
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Dushanbe: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Dushanbe is R 4,099. 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.
4 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Dushanbe.
Turkish Airlines and Somon Air fly direct from Istanbul to Dushanbe.
As of May 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Dushanbe.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Dushanbe is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Dushanbe Airport on Saturday, 21 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 46 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 Dushanbe 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 Dushanbe is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dushanbe.

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

  • Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport.

  • Dushanbe is two hours ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+5 timezone.

  • Take your pick of seven weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport flights. The 10:45 departure with Somon Air is the earliest flight available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:35.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your IST to DYU flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Somon Air is your ticket to exploring Dushanbe (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Tajikistan!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Somon Air on this route.

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

    • Dubai Airport

    • Almaty Airport

    • Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport flight is R 2,277. A round-trip ticket is currently R 4,099. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to DYU.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IST to DYU.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Dushanbe Airport (DYU)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DYU instead:

Getting from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to central Dushanbe

  • Dushanbe Airport to the centre of Dushanbe has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

When to fly to Dushanbe Airport (DYU)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Dushanbe based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Dushanbe Airport for July if you want to visit Dushanbe during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to DYU in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Tajikistan

  • Dushanbe is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Tajikistan just waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres north of Dushanbe, a trip to Istaravshan will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bemorkhonai Dekhai Bogkalon, Sebzor and Kal'ai Mug.

  • Isfara is another favourite destination in Tajikistan and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Dushanbe. No journey is complete without visiting Maschidi KalA, Starinnyy Zamok and Isfara Chess Club.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Dushanbe

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.