Flying from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul is 2 hours.
Damascus (the location of Damascus International Airport) and Istanbul are in the same timezone — UTC+3.
With four weekly departures between the two airports, Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Catch Turkish Airlines's 12:00 flight to get your trip from DAM to IST underway.
To avoid rushing for your DAM to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your journey at DAM and travel nonstop to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Damascus International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul.
To get to DAM from central Damascus, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Istanbul
Rs31,148 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Damascus International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs43,582. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from DAM to Istanbul, book your trip five months before your departure.
September is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Damascus International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from DAM to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from DAM to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DAM to Istanbul flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Damascus International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from DAM to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Damascus International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. 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 essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
