Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Dalaman and Istanbul share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Choose from 65 weekly Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. The 04:05 departure with AJet is the earliest flight you can take. AJet operates the last service of the day at 23:50.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DLM to SAW flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Pegasus.
Pegasus ranks as the top on-time carrier for DLM to SAW flights, with 88.32% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DLM and SAW:
Milas-Bodrum Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Right now, Rs6,023 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs12,450. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from DLM to SAW, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DLM to SAW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Dalaman Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.03% of flights that depart DLM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Dalaman Airport from central Dalaman, it'll take about 5 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DLM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Dalaman Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DLM to SAW sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.