Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
Dubrovnik is two hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from IST to DBV start from 07:25 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 19:35 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are five weekly Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your IST to DBV flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Dubrovnik (and then exploring more of Croatia!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between IST and DBV include:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Zagreb Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Currently, $85 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $168. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from IST to DBV, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to DBV is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is around 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DBV if you're taking a late Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Dubrovnik and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dubrovnik Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to central Dubrovnik
From Dubrovnik Airport, Dubrovnik is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Dubrovnik. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dubrovnik, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to DBV sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
You've visited Dubrovnik, now it's time to discover other parts of Croatia. Journey around 386 kilometers north-west to Zagreb to check off its top sights. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometers north-west of Dubrovnik, Split is another favorite stop in Croatia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.