How to get from Dalaman to Istanbul
- 485 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 20m
- 6 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 20m
direct
Flight
€25
Ground only
10h 25m
direct
Bus
€32
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 23 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Dalaman to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 485 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
485 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €25Checked Sep 23 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €32Reading date not recorded | 10h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€25Checked Sep 231h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€32Reading date not recorded10h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Dalaman to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Dalaman Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Dalaman to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€26Departures from Dalaman to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:00 and the last at 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 6 | 02:00 | 23:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 12 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Pegasus AirlinesDalaman Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Metro TurizmDalaman-İstanbul DudulluBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Dalaman to Istanbul works
Start with a PC flight from Dalaman to Istanbul, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €25 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Dalaman to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Dalaman to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Dalaman to Istanbul?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:00 and the last at 23:00, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Dalaman to Istanbul?
6 a day with FlixBus, between 02:00 and 23:00.
How far is Istanbul from Dalaman?
About 485 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Dalaman to Istanbul cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €25. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Dalaman to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Dalaman to Istanbul?
About 1h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Dalaman and Istanbul?
Dalaman is DLM and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written DLM to SAW.
Which operators run Dalaman to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm.
Can you get from Dalaman to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 10h 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dalaman to Istanbul?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Pegasus Airlines
Route calculated: 23 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 23 Sep 2026