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Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R11 411

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 983

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 559
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/4-18/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 609 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 622 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Wed 1/1011:55DUR - IST
2 stops23h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 7/1013:45IST - DUR
2 stops21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R11 411
Sun 23/219:10DUR - IST
1 stop22h 20mEmirates
Sun 2/320:05IST - DUR
1 stop22h 05mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R12 130
Sun 23/211:55DUR - SAW
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/320:10SAW - DUR
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R12 148
Fri 6/611:55DUR - SAW
2 stops29h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 6/720:05SAW - DUR
2 stops15h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 370
Wed 1/1018:40DUR - SAW
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Tue 7/1022:25SAW - DUR
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R12 757
Sun 23/310:40DUR - IST
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/323:55IST - DUR
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R12 978
Sun 23/316:05DUR - IST
1 stop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/31:50IST - DUR
1 stop12h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R13 273

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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Durban

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 14/5

14:45-4:40

1 stop12h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 25/5

1:50-13:15

1 stop12h 25m

R11 780

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/3

6:30-12:35

2 stops29h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 22/3

20:10-10:35

2 stops15h 25m

R11 854

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/4

12:10-11:45

2 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 18/4

13:45-10:50

2 stops22h 05m

R11 983

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/3

19:10-13:20

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 22/3

17:15-17:10

1 stop24h 55m

R12 112

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/3

19:10-14:25

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

23:40-17:10

1 stop18h 30m

R12 185

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 14/5

8:40-4:45

2 stops19h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 26/5

23:55-17:10

2 stops18h 15m

R12 554

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 23/3

11:55-12:40

2 stops23h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 31/3

20:05-19:50

2 stops24h 45m

R13 089

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Deals found on 21/2

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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 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 89 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 21 February 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 34% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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. Wednesday afternoons 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 21 February 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 610 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 832 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 R11 983 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Turkish Airlines, starting at R12 867 and R13 273 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 2% 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 R9 848, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 421. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 563 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, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R395 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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