Flying from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Istanbul's main airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM) taking off from either of these.
1 hour 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Istanbul to Dalaman Airport flight.
Dalaman's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul. Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dalaman Airport (DLM), with 44 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from IST to DLM is the 1:30am Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 11:55pm with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to DLM, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM) departing from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport leaving from IST.
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to DLM.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about kicking off your trip from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM) plane ticket from this hub.
Pegasus has direct flights from Istanbul to DLM out of SAW. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from SAW to DLM.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Dalaman Airport, with 76.19% of its services landing on schedule.
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near DLM and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Dalaman Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to central Dalaman
Dalaman Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Dalaman. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
₹ 2,857 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 5,707. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to DLM, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Istanbul to Dalaman Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Dalaman. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport (DLM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Dalaman is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 35ºC. Book your Istanbul to DLM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about Dalaman
Start your Dalaman trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Dalaman Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sarsala Sahili, Cleopatra's Baths and Sarsala Koyu are must-do's during your Dalaman adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Dalaman is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 241 kilometres northwest of Dalaman, a trip to Izmir will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
Around 177 kilometres east of Dalaman, Antalya is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Antalya Beach, Antalya and Greek Amphitheatre.
