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Flights from Dali to Istanbul

There are no direct flights from Dali to Istanbul. The easiest way is one stop via Xian or Guangzhou, about 12h 37m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 12h 37m
DLUISTXIY

Dali to Istanbul at a glance

Fastest journey12h 37mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Xian or Guangzhou

Best ways to fly from Dali to Istanbul

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
DLU Xian (XIY) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 37m
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DLU Guangzhou (CAN) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 01m
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DLU Beijing (PKX) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~15h 03m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
6,658 km4,135 miles
Journey time
12h 37mestimate
Time difference
-5hIstanbul vs Dali
Currency in Istanbul
TRY
Airports
DLU → IST, SAW

Flights from Dali to Istanbul: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Dali to Istanbul?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Xian, Guangzhou and Beijing. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Dali to Istanbul?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 37m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 6,658 km.
Where do you change planes between Dali and Istanbul?
The best connecting points are Xian (XIY), Guangzhou (CAN) and Beijing (PKX). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Xian, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Dali and Istanbul?
Dali: Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU). Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
What is the time difference between Dali and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 5 hours behind Dali.

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