Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Washington DC seven hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 19 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, take the 07:35 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 16:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your IST to IAD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IST and IAD:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
312 € is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Return flights start at 378 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before flying. 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 IAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from IST to IAD.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel close to IAD if you're on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
It takes around 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.