Travelling from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul is 4 hours 36 minutes.
Istanbul is 2 hours behind Dushanbe, where Dushanbe Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 7 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from DYU to IST is with Somon Air at 06:10. Go for the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 03:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from DYU to Istanbul. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. 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.
You can reserve a direct flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul. Start your journey at DYU and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from DYU to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport (OVB)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
To enter Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Tajikistan. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul.
To reach DYU from central Dushanbe, it takes about 16 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near DYU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to Istanbul
Rs29,983 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start from Rs58,474. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from DYU to Istanbul by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
As soon as your flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from DYU to Istanbul, kick back at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Istanbul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DYU to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during 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 top stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dushanbe Airport to Istanbul:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.
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