Travelling from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Bangkok is 4 hours ahead of Istanbul. Don Mueang International Airport is located in Bangkok, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Istanbul to DMK.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Istanbul to DMK with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers between IST and DMK include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Searching for a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to DMK:
About Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near DMK:
Getting from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to central Bangkok
Don Mueang International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport, $370 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $805. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find flight tickets from Istanbul to DMK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Istanbul to DMK is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price drops.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Bangkok in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Bangkok. April is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to DMK during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 37ºC.
Visit in December for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Bangkok is to check out its leading attractions. Essential stops include Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Istanbul to Don Mueang International Airport.