Flying from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Take off on a direct Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Dubrovnik Airport is located in Dubrovnik. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Take your pick of 5 direct services every week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 7:25am departure from IST to DBV.
For stress-free travel, 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 flight from Istanbul to DBV.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport leaving from IST.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to DBV.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport. Check out these connections between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DBV:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to DBV flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DBV instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz and see more of Dubrovnik and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
RM248 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport. Return flights start from RM566. These prices may change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from Istanbul to DBV by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on an Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport ticket. If you're looking 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 Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). Plan your visit to Dubrovnik in February for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in an Istanbul to DBV plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubrovnik to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubrovnik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubrovnik right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Dubrovnik Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Old City of Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Old Town and Dubrovnik City Walls are highlights which should be on any well-planned Dubrovnik itinerary.
Explore more of Croatia
You've visited Dubrovnik, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Split to check off its top attractions. From Diocletian's Palace to Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Dubrovnik, Zadar is another essential stop in Croatia. No visit is complete without checking out Plitvice National Park Full Day Tour from Zadar, Zadar Sunset and Zadar City Walls.