Flying from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul.
With 26 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. AJet operates the earliest flight at 3:10am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from DXB to SAW is with flydubai at 5:30pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Dubai to SAW. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Reach your destination without the detour from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are available from here.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport departing DXB include:
Flydubai is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DXB to SAW.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is flydubai.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Dubai to SAW that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DXB and SAW include:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Dubai International Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) out of Al Maktoum International Airport.
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to SAW flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
About Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 117 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 224 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to SAW, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every 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 as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to SAW.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). June is the peak month for travel to Istanbul. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in November.
When booking your Dubai to SAW plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Istanbul when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Hagia Sophia Museum followed by Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 161 kilometres southeast to Eskisehir to tick off its top sights. From Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri to Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Set out 97 kilometres east from Istanbul and you'll find yourself in Adapazarı, another well-known stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Don't leave without exploring Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum.