Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul is 13 hours 9 minutes.
Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
With 13 flights a week between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 14:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from DFW to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 21:35.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from DFW to Istanbul.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Nonstop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be landing.
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from DFW to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You won't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before reserving your flight tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near DFW. Whether you have an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Istanbul
ر.ق. 1,008 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 2,139. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from DFW to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from DFW to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DFW to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
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