Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R6 171

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Apr 8 — Apr 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from 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 9 March 2026.

Tue 10/312:25
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/313:50
IST
-
DUR
2 stops22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 695
Sat 25/412:05
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/513:35
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R10 059
Sat 18/418:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Sat 25/423:30
IST
-
DUR
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 4/3R10 324
Sat 18/412:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 25/413:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R10 407
Tue 2/618:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Tue 9/616:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 7/3R10 423
Sat 25/412:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/520:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R10 522
Sat 25/418:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Sat 2/523:30
IST
-
DUR
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 4/3R10 572
Sun 19/412:05
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/413:35
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R11 168
Mon 23/38:30
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/313:35
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3R11 383
Tue 2/612:05
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/613:35
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3R11 780
Sun 19/418:40
DUR
-
SAW
1 stop17h 25m
Emirates
Thu 23/414:05
SAW
-
DUR
1 stop27h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 4/3R11 829
Thu 25/612:05
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 3/713:35
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R11 846

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 9 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 059

One-way from

R6 171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 068
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/4-2/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
24/3
  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 10m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 290 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 657 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 9 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 18/4

18:40-21:35

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 25/4

16:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R11 085

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 19/4

12:05-12:10

2 stops23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 23/4

13:35-10:35

2 stops22h 00m

R11 168

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 19/4

18:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 23/4

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R11 829

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/6

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R11 829

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 27/4

17:00-21:00

2 stops27h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 11/5

14:40-10:40

2 stops45h 00m

R12 111

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/5

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R12 408
Fastest return journey

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

17:45-14:25

2 stops19h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R12 690

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 27/7

12:05-11:55

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 31/7

11:40-10:35

2 stops23h 55m

R13 070

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 10/7

18:40-21:35

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 20/7

16:25-10:45

2 stops19h 20m

R14 079

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/7

18:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 14/7

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R14 278

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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

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 6 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 90 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R8 537). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 837). 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 9 March 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.

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 9 March 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.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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 Emirates and Qatar Airways fly from Durban to Istanbul in about 23h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 50m. 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 612 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 419 and R11 337 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 429. Turkish Airlines flights start at R5 884 while deals on Emirates start at R6 585 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R9 956, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 718. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 208 for that flight.

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R8 537). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 837). 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 9 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 612AverageR9 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 419AverageR12 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 337AverageR14 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 537AverageR13 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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