Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). There are 26 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SAW to DXB is the 14:05 flydubai option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:25 with flydubai.
To avoid rushing for your SAW to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your trip at SAW and fly nonstop to Dubai International Airport (DXB). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai tickets.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai. Get up and away with one of these:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SAW to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Travelling from central Istanbul to SAW takes around 1 hour 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near SAW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai flight is R 2,130. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,118. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from SAW to Dubai by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
November is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Booking your ride from Dubai International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SAW to Dubai can help you get the best possible rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is around 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DWC. Kick back and get cosy after your SAW to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in December.
Book a Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAW to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to check off its top attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
