Dalaman to Istanbul

Dalaman to Istanbul

Dalaman
Istanbul
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Dalaman to Istanbul Destination Reviews

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Nadia M
The bus left the food stop without me with my luggage, had to wait an hour for another bus, when I did get to Istanbul, my luggage was there at the station, this was good
Dalaman to Istanbul, Bus Standard 2X1, Balikesir Uludag, May 28, 2025
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Dalaman to Istanbul Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+8h 20m
$1,096.05
Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
01:45
16:45
$29.02
Bus
Balikesir Uludag
Standard 2X1
02:45
17:45
$34.23
  3.0
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
03:35
05:05
$62.66
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
03:55
05:15
$70.35
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
04:20
05:40
$53.96
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
04:40
06:00
$122.30
Flight
AJet
Economy
05:10
10:50
$79.01
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
05:35
06:55
$81.82
Flight
SunExpress
Economy
06:00
00:45
$163.03
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
06:25
07:45
$120.28
Flight
SunExpress
Economy
06:45
18:00
$317.36
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
07:05
08:25
$71.11
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
07:30
08:50
$76.56
Flight
Ajet
Economy
07:50
09:10
$131.12
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
08:20
09:55
$83.55
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
09:00
10:35
$73.10
Flight
AJet
Economy
09:20
13:20
$155.64
Flight
Ajet
Economy
09:40
11:00
$61.50
Flight
Ajet
Economy
10:00
11:20
$110.81

How to get from Dalaman to Istanbul

Travelling between Dalaman and Istanbul is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 723.25 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 26.24.

How long does it take to get from Dalaman to Istanbul?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 19 hours to travel between Dalaman and Istanbul depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Dalaman and Istanbul. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 19h to reach Istanbul.

How much does it cost to get from Dalaman to Istanbul?

Travelling between Dalaman and Istanbul can be as cheap as USD 26.24 if you opt for a Buzlu Turizm bus and as expensive as USD 723.25 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Dalaman and Istanbul ?

  • 24 from Dalaman to Istanbul starting from 01:30 Dalaman Bus Station until 19:50 Dalaman Bus Station
  • 13 from Dalaman to Istanbul starting from 03:40 Dalaman Airport until 22:40 Dalaman Airport
  • 6 from Dalaman to Istanbul starting from 00:00 Dalaman Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Dalaman Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Dalaman to Istanbul.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Dalaman to Istanbul, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 28.73.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Dalaman and Istanbul

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Dalaman to Istanbul overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Dalaman and Istanbul

Balikesir Uludag, Buzlu Turizm, Istanbul Kalesi, Varan Turizm, Vib Turizm

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Dalaman and Istanbul

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

What is the most popular transport to get from Dalaman to Istanbul?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 85% decided to fly
  • 10% opted for a bus
  • 5% bought a taxi ride

Transportation from Dalaman to Istanbul

Facts about the transport from Dalaman to Istanbul

Cheapest Transport$27
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure1:30 ص
Latest Departure10:40 م
Departures per day43
Distance950 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAjet, Balikesir Uludag, Buzlu Turizm, Istanbul Kalesi, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Varan Turizm, Vib Turizm