How long is the flight from Durban to Istanbul?

Airlines like Emirates, Qatar Airways, and KLM fly from Durban to Istanbul in about 22h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. The distance between Durban and Istanbul is about 7879 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 R9 010 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 928 and R11 031 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R13 147, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 728. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R11 137 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Durban to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Durban to Istanbul.

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 Doha. Maputo follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Durban to Istanbul flights.

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 Dubai in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Durban to Istanbul.

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.

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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Durban to Istanbul flights typically cost between R10 077 and R12 649 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R11 137 on Emirates (Oct 29-Nov 4).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or September, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from	R11 137
One-way from	R5 560
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R11 710

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36h 45m total
Durban to Istanbul

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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 17 October 2025.

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - IST

1 stop18h 15mEmirates

Tue 4/1123:40IST - DUR

1 stop18h 30mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R11 137

Mon 1/1212:25DUR - IST

2 stops22h 55mQatar Airways

Mon 8/1213:50IST - DUR

2 stops22h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/10R11 954

Wed 29/1012:25DUR - IST

2 stops22h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1113:50IST - DUR

2 stops22h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/10R11 971

Wed 29/1012:25DUR - SAW

2 stops22h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1113:40SAW - DUR

2 stops21h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/10R12 266

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - SAW

1 stop18h 45mEmirates

Tue 4/1115:55SAW - DUR

1 stop26h 15mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R12 336

Wed 29/1012:25DUR - IST

2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/1113:50IST - DUR

2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R12 544

Fri 12/1210:55DUR - SAW

2 stops33h 25mKLM

Fri 26/1212:55SAW - DUR

2 stops46h 25mKLM

Deal found 15/10R14 960

Thu 25/1210:55DUR - SAW

2 stops33h 25mKLM

Thu 1/19:00SAW - DUR

2 stops50h 20mKLM

Deal found 15/10R17 774

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Deal found 17/10R11 172

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Mon 8/1213:50IST - DUR

2 stops22h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/10R11 954

Wed 29/1010:55DUR - SAW

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Deal found 15/10R12 336

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - IST

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Tue 4/1116:25IST - DUR

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Deal found 15/10R12 770

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - SAW

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Tue 4/1115:55SAW - DUR

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Deal found 15/10R12 336

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Thu 9/413:35SAW - DUR

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Deal found 15/10R13 048

Sat 29/1119:10DUR - IST

1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 6/1216:25IST - DUR

2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R13 135

Sat 29/1119:10DUR - IST

1 stop18h 15mEmirates

Fri 5/121:55IST - DUR

1 stop16h 15mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R12 440

Sun 29/318:00DUR - IST

2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/416:25IST - DUR

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Deal found 17/10R13 396

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - IST

1 stop25h 45mEmirates

Mon 3/111:55IST - DUR

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Deal found 15/10R12 440

Mon 1/1214:40DUR - IST

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1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/10R13 900

Sun 29/311:15DUR - SAW

2 stops48h 50mEmirates

Thu 9/414:05SAW - DUR

1 stop27h 30mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R13 969

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Wed 29/1019:10DUR - IST

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Deal found 15/10R11 137

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Deal found 17/10R11 971

Wed 29/1012:25DUR - SAW

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Deal found 17/10R12 266

Wed 29/1019:10DUR - SAW

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Deal found 15/10R12 336

Wed 29/1012:25DUR - IST

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Deal found 15/10R12 544

One-way flights from Durban to Istanbul
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Sun 8/212:25DUR - SAW

2 stops22h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/10R5 560

Sun 8/212:25DUR - IST

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Deal found 16/10R6 151

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1 stop22h 20mEmirates

Deal found 16/10R7 662

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DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 1/12

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

23:40-17:10

1 stop18h 30m

R11 172

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 1/12

12:25-12:20

2 stops22h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

13:50-10:55

2 stops22h 05m

R11 954

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 29/10

10:55-21:20

2 stops33h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/11

12:55-10:20

2 stops46h 25m

R12 336

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 29/10

19:10-14:55

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/11

15:55-17:10

1 stop26h 15m

R12 336

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 29/11

19:10-14:25

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 5/12

1:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

R12 440

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 29/10

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 3/11

1:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

R12 440

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 29/10

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 4/11

16:25-10:45

2 stops19h 20m

R12 770

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

12:05-12:10

2 stops23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 9/4

13:35-10:35

2 stops22h 00m

R13 048

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 29/11

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 6/12

16:25-10:20

2 stops18h 55m

R13 135

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

18:00-14:25

2 stops19h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 9/4

16:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R13 396

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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 19 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 R8 913). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 172). 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?

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 29% versus a flight at midday.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 404 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 652 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 013 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 375 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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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, Qatar Airways, and KLM fly from Durban to Istanbul in about 22h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. The distance between Durban and Istanbul is about 7879 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 R9 010 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 928 and R11 031 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 25% 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 R13 147, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 728. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R11 137 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 Doha. Maputo follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Durban to Istanbul flights.
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 Dubai 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 R8 913). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 172). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 010	AverageR10 124	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 928	AverageR12 599	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 031	AverageR13 722	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	CheapestR11 584	AverageR13 218	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights

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