About this route
Airlines serving both Dubai and Istanbul include British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates and 3 more. Compare 2 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 15,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Miles | 15,000 | 30,000 | — |
| Emirates Skywards | 27,500 | 63,000 | 115,000 |
Published one-way award prices for DXB–IST. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Award chart data last updated 22 August 2026.
Airlines serving these airports
These carriers serve both DXB and IST, non-stop or via a connecting hub.
Best programs for this route
Turkish Miles
Biz: 30,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 63,000 ptsWhen award seats open on this route
Booking tips
- Turkish Miles offers the cheapest economy award at 15,000 points
- Best business class value: Turkish Miles at 30,000 points
- First class available from 115,000 points via Emirates Skywards
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
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Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from Dubai to Istanbul?
The cheapest option is Turkish Miles starting at 15,000 points in economy. Compare 2 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Dubai to Istanbul with points?
Turkish Miles offers business class for 30,000 points one-way. Other options include Emirates Skywards at 63,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for DXB to IST?
You can book this route with Turkish Miles and Emirates Skywards. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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