£196 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Damascus (DAM)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £260. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Damascus.£93 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £93, select.

Damascus.£96 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £96, select.

Damascus.£109 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £109, select.

Damascus.£109 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £109, select.

Damascus.£111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £111, select.

Damascus.£111 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £111, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£112 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £112, select.

Damascus.£113 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Damascus.£132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.

Damascus.£179 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £179, select.

Damascus.£208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Damascus.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Damascus

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Istanbul to Damascus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£93
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Damascus: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Damascus?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Damascus is £196. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Damascus?

2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Damascus.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Damascus?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Damascus.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Damascus?

As of July 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Damascus.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Damascus is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport on Saturday, 3 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Damascus?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Damascus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Damascus?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Damascus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Damascus with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Damascus.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Damascus Airport (DAM): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Damascus's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Every week, there are ten Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, go for the 08:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 09:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to DAM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Damascus (and then discovering more of Syria!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport.
Turkish Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kms (25 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:

Getting from Damascus Airport (DAM) to central Damascus

Damascus Airport is approximately 31 kms (19 miles) from central Damascus. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Damascus Airport (DAM)

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Damascus. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Airport to Damascus Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to DAM in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 14ºC then.

Explore more of Syria

Aleppo is just one of the many cities in Syria waiting to be discovered after you've seen Damascus. Around 306 kms (190 miles) away to the north, its top attractions include Aleppo Souk, The Citadel of Aleppo and Aleppo Citadel.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Syria, consider Homs, about 145 kms (90 miles) north of Damascus. Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque are key reasons to visit.