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Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R7 755

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 996

One-way from

R7 755

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 438
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/3-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 25m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Mon 3/311:55DUR - IST
2 stops23h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 9/310:35IST - DUR
2 stops25h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 996
Sat 3/512:10DUR - SAW
2 stops29h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 16/513:40SAW - DUR
2 stops22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 988
Mon 3/316:05DUR - IST
1 stop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/31:55IST - DUR
1 stop12h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 251
Fri 14/219:10DUR - SAW
1 stop20h 05mEmirates
Fri 21/216:55SAW - DUR
1 stop25h 15mEmirates
Deal found 19/1R12 325
Fri 14/219:10DUR - IST
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Fri 21/223:40IST - DUR
1 stop18h 30mEmirates
Deal found 19/1R12 400
Fri 14/29:05DUR - SAW
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/220:10SAW - DUR
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R12 419
Wed 5/36:00DUR - IST
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/30:05IST - DUR
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R12 532
Mon 30/615:20DUR - IST
2 stops34h 30mEgyptair
Wed 9/72:00IST - DUR
2 stops37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 19/1R28 379
Sun 29/610:55DUR - IST
2 stops39h 30mAir France
Mon 14/74:20IST - DUR
2 stops40h 30mAir France
Deal found 19/1R37 351

Find flights from Durban to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Durban to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/3

11:55-12:20

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 9/3

10:35-10:35

2 stops25h 00m

R10 996

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 3/5

12:10-18:35

2 stops29h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 16/5

13:40-10:50

2 stops22h 10m

R11 988

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/3

16:05-6:10

1 stop13h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 8/3

1:55-13:30

1 stop12h 35m

R12 251

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 14/2

19:10-16:15

1 stop20h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 21/2

16:55-17:10

1 stop25h 15m

R12 325

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 14/2

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 21/2

23:40-17:10

1 stop18h 30m

R12 400

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 14/2

9:05-19:05

2 stops33h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 21/2

20:10-19:05

2 stops23h 55m

R12 419

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/3

6:00-5:00

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 11/3

0:05-17:10

2 stops18h 05m

R12 532

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/6

15:20-2:50

2 stops34h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 9/7

2:00-14:50

2 stops37h 50m

R28 379

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/6

10:55-3:25

2 stops39h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 14/7

4:20-19:50

2 stops40h 30m

R37 351

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 6/3

11:55-12:20

2 stops23h 25m

R7 755

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Deals found on 20/1

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Travel insights for flights from Durban to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Durban to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

When flying from Durban to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durban to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways and Emirates from Durban to Istanbul. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 490 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 931 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Egyptair
6,9
Okay
399 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    Located just 29,2 km from the city centre, Durban King Shaka Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Istanbul from Durban. Booking flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Istanbul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Istanbul is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 996 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Emirates, starting at R12 251 and R12 325 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R14 391, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 197. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R9 740 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Durban to Istanbul?

    Of the flights from Durban to Istanbul that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Doha follows Dubai in terms of the most common stopover location on Durban to Istanbul flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R1 495 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Durban to Istanbul flights?

    Of the flights from Durban to Istanbul that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Johannesburg. Johannesburg is followed by Maputo in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Durban to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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