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Connecting route · Turkiye → China

Flights from Istanbul to Dalian

There are no direct flights from Istanbul to Dalian. The easiest way is one stop via Beijing or Xian, about 11h 53m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 11h 53m
ISTDLCPEK

Istanbul to Dalian at a glance

Fastest journey11h 53mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Beijing or Xian

Best ways to fly from Istanbul to Dalian

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

1
IST Beijing (PEK) DLC
Leg 1: Air China, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Air China, Dalian Airlines, Hainan Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~11h 53m
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2
IST Xian (XIY) DLC
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Air Changan, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 35m
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3
IST Seoul (ICN) DLC
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Korean Air
One airline, one ticket ~13h 00m
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4
IST Shanghai (PVG) DLC
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Dalian Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 37m
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5
IST Urumqi (URC) DLC
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~11h 59m
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IST Guangzhou (CAN) DLC
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: 9 Air, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 43m
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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
7,489 km4,651 miles
Journey time
11h 53mestimate
Time difference
+5hDalian vs Istanbul
Currency in Dalian
CNY
Airports
IST, SAW → DLC

Flights from Istanbul to Dalian: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Dalian?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Beijing, Xian and Seoul. 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 Istanbul to Dalian?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 11h 53m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,489 km.
Where do you change planes between Istanbul and Dalian?
The best connecting points are Beijing (PEK), Xian (XIY), Seoul (ICN) and Shanghai (PVG). Air China flies both legs via Beijing, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Istanbul and Dalian?
Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Dalian: Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC).
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Dalian?
Dalian is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul.

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