158 € Cheap Flights from Dubrovnik to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Dubrovnik to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 201 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubrovnik to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubrovnik to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Dubrovnik to Istanbul

Dubrovnik to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Dubrovnik to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found158 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 55 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Dubrovnik to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubrovnik to Istanbul is 158 €. 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.
1 hour and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Dubrovnik to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Croatia Airlines fly direct from Dubrovnik to Istanbul.
As of June 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Dubrovnik to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubrovnik to Istanbul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 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, Ryanair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Dubrovnik.

  • Every week, there are five Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, opt for the 08:50 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:40 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DBV to IST flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between DBV and IST include:

    • Athens International Airport

    • Naples International Airport

    • Zagreb Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Currently, 65 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 158 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DBV to IST.

  • October is the cheapest month for flights from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from DBV to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

  • Dubrovnik Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart DBV land on time.

  • Dubrovnik Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Dubrovnik. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to DBV:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in March.

  • Book your flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DBV to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.

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