Travelling from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) taking off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Dallas.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route, with 9 direct services each week. You can travel from DFW to IST on Turkish Airlines's 2:30pm flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dallas to IST. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can find a direct flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport leaving from DFW.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DFW to IST.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to IST. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
73.22% of flights that take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here's where you can connect between Dallas Love Field Airport and IST:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dallas to IST flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Dallas Love Field Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.03%.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
The centre of Istanbul is about 32 kilometres from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$1,024 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from $1,209. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap flights from Dallas to IST by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Plan your visit to Istanbul in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Dallas to IST flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 225 kilometres south-east to Eskisehir to tick off its top attractions. From Eskişehir to Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Adapazarı, about 153 kilometres east of Istanbul. Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami are among the biggest draws.