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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $234. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Istanbul.$127 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 17, returning Fri, Sep 25.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, Sep 25, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $127, select.

Istanbul.$136 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 24, returning Mon, Oct 19.Round-trip flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departing from Dusseldorf International on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $136, select.

Istanbul.$142 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 29, returning Wed, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Sat, Aug 29, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.

Istanbul.$142 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 31, returning Mon, Oct 12.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Mon, Aug 31, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.

Istanbul.$143 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 8, returning Mon, Oct 12.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Thu, Oct 8, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 1, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Thu, Oct 1, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Fri, Nov 13.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, Nov 13, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 3, returning Tue, Nov 10.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Nov 10, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 25, returning Mon, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Sun, Oct 25, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, Nov 9, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 25, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Wed, Nov 25, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$144 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 11, returning Sat, Dec 19.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Fri, Dec 11, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, Dec 19, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Istanbul.$147 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 22, returning Fri, Feb 5.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Fri, Jan 22, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, Feb 5, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Istanbul.$147 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 5, returning Wed, Jan 27.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Tue, Jan 5, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, Jan 27, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Istanbul.$148 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 29, returning Fri, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Tue, Dec 29, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, Jan 15, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.

Istanbul.$148 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 6, returning Tue, Jan 12.Round-trip flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departing from Dusseldorf International on Sun, Sep 6, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Jan 12, arriving in Dusseldorf International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul

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Alternative Dusseldorf to Istanbul routes

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Dusseldorf to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$127
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	151

Finding cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are round-trip flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul is $127. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Dusseldorf to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly direct from Dusseldorf to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

There are 151 flights per week flying from Dusseldorf to Istanbul, as of July 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul is usually September.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Dusseldorf, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the center of Istanbul. We've found flights to this airport from $127.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dusseldorf to Istanbul on Thursday, September 17, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Dusseldorf to Istanbul?

The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is AJet.

Traveling from Dusseldorf to Istanbul: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can fly out of in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when planning your flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul.
Hop off your plane in Istanbul at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
The average duration of a direct Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Dusseldorf.
The busiest route for flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul is from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). You can select from 33 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DUS to SAW is the 07:30 Pegasus option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 18:45 with Pegasus.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul

Book five months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Dusseldorf to Istanbul flights.
October is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Dusseldorf to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Dusseldorf

Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)

You can find a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul jetting out of Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Set out from DUS and then touch down at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct Dusseldorf to Istanbul plane tickets with departures from DUS, including:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
- Munich Airport (MUC)
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 6 kilometers from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dusseldorf International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
80% of flights departing from Dusseldorf International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from DUS.

Weeze Airport (NRN)

Break up your Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Weeze Airport and Istanbul include:
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
- Antalya Airport (AYT)
- Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours. The airport is roughly 64 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul? Kick back in a hotel near Weeze Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Most flights that leave Weeze Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 32 kilometers. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight.

Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

Once your flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometers from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SAW. Unwind after your Dusseldorf to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

March is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Dusseldorf to Istanbul tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Istanbul in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Istanbul, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Hagia Sophia and Historic Areas of Istanbul are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometers southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.