Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R10 419

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Jul 7 — Jul 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 7 June 2026.

Wed 15/712:05
DUR
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IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/713:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R10 419
Wed 22/712:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/713:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6R10 436
Sun 2/812:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/811:40
IST
-
DUR
2 stops23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R10 981
Sun 21/618:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Sun 28/623:30
IST
-
DUR
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/6R11 410
Sun 9/812:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/813:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6R11 427
Sun 7/618:40
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IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Sun 14/616:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 3/6R11 509
Mon 21/912:05
DUR
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IST
2 stops23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/913:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R11 707
Wed 15/718:40
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-
IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Mon 27/716:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 7/6R11 724
Sat 12/918:40
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IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Sat 26/916:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 5/6R11 757
Sun 2/818:40
DUR
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IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Sun 9/823:30
IST
-
DUR
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 7/6R11 839
Wed 22/718:40
DUR
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IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Wed 29/723:30
IST
-
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1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 5/6R11 872
Thu 5/1112:25
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SAW
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1113:40
SAW
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DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6R12 450

Find 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 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 419

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 740
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7-27/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 20m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 714 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 759 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 7 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

12:05-12:15

2 stops23h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 30/7

13:45-19:50

2 stops31h 05m

R12 335
Fastest return journey

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

19:10-13:20

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 8/11

3:05-17:10

1 stop15h 05m

R13 094

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

12:25-12:20

2 stops22h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/11

13:50-10:55

2 stops22h 05m

R13 127

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

19:10-1:00

1 stop28h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/11

18:40-17:10

1 stop23h 30m

R13 193

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/7

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R13 392

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/7

18:40-1:10

1 stop29h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 27/7

18:35-16:35

1 stop23h 00m

R13 491

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 9/8

11:15-13:05

2 stops48h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 19/8

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R15 076

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 9/8

11:15-21:35

2 stops57h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 19/8

18:35-16:35

1 stop23h 00m

R15 175

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/7

2:50-19:50

2 stops42h 00m

R15 373

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 21/9

18:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/10

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R15 720

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Istanbul

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R6 242). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 726). 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 7 June 2026.

When flying from Durban to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Istanbul?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 72 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.

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 7 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Durban to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Istanbul?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates fly from Durban to Istanbul in about 17h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. The distance between Durban and Istanbul is about 7836 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 R8 650 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and KLM, starting at R10 448 and R11 515 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 607. Emirates flights start at R6 572 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R8 370 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R13 533, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 968. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 436 for that flight.

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

  • 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, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R233 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R6 242). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 726). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Durban to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 7 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 650AverageR10 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 448AverageR12 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR11 515AverageR13 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 658AverageR15 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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