Travelling from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 13 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Istanbul. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most popular route, with 9 direct services every week. Travel from IST to DFW on Turkish Airlines's 8am flight.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to DFW. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) operate out of this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport jetting out of IST.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and DFW.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Istanbul to DFW with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and DFW include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DFW are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to DFW flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dallas and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
Central Dallas is around 32 kilometres from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Currently, 301 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 425 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to DFW. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to DFW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). July is the most popular month to visit Dallas. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.
Before locking in your Istanbul to DFW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Dallas won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Austin is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dallas. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Around 306 kilometres east of Dallas, Shreveport is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Lincoln Park.
