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Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R4 834

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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 6 July 2026.

Tue 20/1018:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Wed 28/1016:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R11 080
Mon 24/818:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Mon 31/819:35
IST
-
DUR
1 stop22h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R11 226
Tue 28/718:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Tue 4/816:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 2/7R11 340
Sun 26/718:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Sun 2/816:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 3/7R11 405
Tue 27/1019:10
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Tue 3/1120:05
IST
-
DUR
1 stop22h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 4/7R11 583
Thu 16/718:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Thu 30/716:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 5/7R11 632
Sun 2/818:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Sun 9/816:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 3/7R12 102
Wed 15/718:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:30
IST
-
DUR
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/7R12 265
Tue 27/1012:25
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1120:10
IST
-
DUR
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R12 378
Tue 20/1019:10
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1013:40
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 670
Mon 2/1119:10
DUR
-
SAW
1 stop17h 10m
Emirates
Thu 5/113:05
SAW
-
DUR
1 stop15h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R12 946
Tue 20/1018:40
DUR
-
SAW
1 stop17h 25m
Emirates
Wed 28/1014:20
SAW
-
DUR
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R12 978

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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 080

One-way from

R4 834

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R12 654
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 20/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 056 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 315 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 6 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 20/10

18:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 28/10

14:20-17:10

1 stop27h 50m

R12 978

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/11

19:10-2:05

1 stop29h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/11

3:05-17:10

1 stop15h 05m

R13 027

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/11

19:10-13:20

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 6/11

14:20-17:10

1 stop27h 50m

R13 027

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/11

19:10-1:00

1 stop28h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 6/11

18:40-17:10

1 stop23h 30m

R13 043

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/11

17:00-12:20

2 stops42h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 6/11

20:10-10:55

2 stops15h 45m

R13 222

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/7

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/8

2:50-16:35

1 stop14h 45m

R13 335

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/7

17:00-21:00

2 stops27h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/8

8:50-10:40

2 stops50h 50m

R13 579

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 27/10

17:00-18:30

2 stops24h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

23:40-17:10

1 stop18h 30m

R13 725
Fastest return journey

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/8

17:00-17:55

2 stops23h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 9/8

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R13 822

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 24/8

18:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 31/8

23:30-19:50

2 stops21h 20m

R13 871

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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 132). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 539). 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 6 July 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 80 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 6 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines 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
3 607 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 607 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,4
Good
4 437 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Istanbul?

    Airlines like Emirates fly from Durban to Istanbul in about 17h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Durban and Istanbul is about 7836 km.

  • 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 270 and R11 313 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 23% 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 527. Emirates flights start at R6 457 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R9 548 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R10 762, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 869. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R11 583 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, 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 R236 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul (average of R6 132). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 539). 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 AirwaysCheapestR8 666AverageR10 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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