Flying from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Dortmund Airport is located in Dortmund. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to DTM, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to DTM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider beginning your travels from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM) plane ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Istanbul to DTM with Pegasus. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of SAW.
Pegasus is the go-to airline for bookings on the SAW to DTM route.
Go with Pegasus if punctual service is a priority. Its flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Dortmund Airport land as scheduled 83.33% of the time.
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DTM include:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to DTM flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Book a hotel near DTM if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Dortmund Airport rental car and discover Dortmund and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Sixt and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Dortmund Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to central Dortmund
Central Dortmund is roughly 10 kilometres from Dortmund Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
R 955 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport. Return flights start from R 2,028. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to DTM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Istanbul to Dortmund Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Istanbul to DTM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport (DTM), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Dortmund based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Istanbul to DTM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Dortmund, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Dortmund
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dortmund right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Dortmund Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Dortmund when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Dortmund Christmas Market followed by Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dortmund. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Bremen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Dortmund. No trip is complete without experiencing Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theatre Bremen.
