Travelling from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM) departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Damascus International Airport flight.
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Damascus International Airport (DAM) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from IST to DAM is with Turkish Airlines at 9am.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to DAM.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM) operate from here.
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and DAM.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Planning to catch a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM) plane tickets can be booked from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to DAM are available with AJet.
AJet is the most frequently booked airline flying from SAW to DAM.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
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68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Damascus. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
At the moment, $93 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $238. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to DAM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Damascus International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport (DAM), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Damascus based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to DAM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Damascus International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Damascus
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All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Al Fateh Mosque, Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque are attractions you won't want to skip in Damascus.
Explore more of Syria
Homs is just one of the many places in Syria waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Damascus. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
Latakia is another favourite destination in Syria and is around 241 kilometres north of Damascus. No trip is complete without a visit to Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.