Direct (nonstop) flights from Dalaman to Istanbul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Dalaman (DLM) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). It's 290 miles (467 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, AJet.

DLM
Dalaman
🇹🇷 Dalaman, Turkiye
SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
290 mi
467 km
CO₂/pax
54 kg
−68 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pegasus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
DLM → SAW
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
290 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
DLM → SAW
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
290 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dalaman to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 54 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLM ESB (Ankara) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (327 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (201 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+126% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLM → ESB
1h 15m · 327 mi
View DLM to ESB flights →
Leg 2
ESB → SAW
1h 10m · 201 mi
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DLM BJV (Bodrum) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (71 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (267 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLM → BJV
1h 5m · 71 mi
View DLM to BJV flights →
Leg 2
BJV → SAW
1h 20m · 267 mi
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DLM BEY (Beirut) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (428 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (595 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+296% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLM → BEY
1h 20m · 428 mi
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Leg 2
BEY → SAW
1h 55m · 595 mi
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DLM TBZ (Tabriz) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (963 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (923 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+565% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLM → TBZ
1h 30m · 963 mi
View DLM to TBZ flights →
Leg 2
TBZ → SAW
2h 30m · 923 mi
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DLM RMO (Chisinau) SAW
Leg 1: 2h 38m (705 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (416 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+330% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLM → RMO
2h 38m · 705 mi
View DLM to RMO flights →
Leg 2
RMO → SAW
1h 30m · 416 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dalaman to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Dalaman (DLM) to Istanbul (SAW) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 290 miles (467 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dalaman to Istanbul?

2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dalaman to Istanbul?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

How far is Dalaman from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Dalaman to Istanbul is 290 miles (467 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Dalaman to Istanbul?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dalaman to Istanbul?

Roughly 54 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 270 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Dalaman also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dalaman to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dalaman for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.