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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Sep 21 — Sep 281
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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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 22 August 2026.
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Deal found 17/8R12 779
Best flights from Durban to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Durban to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
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Deal found 17/8R12 795
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Deal found 19/8R13 436
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Deal found 20/8R12 939
Direct flights from Durban to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Durban to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
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Deal found 20/8R24 227
Last-minute flights from Durban to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Durban to Istanbul. Data last updated 22 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 21/8R13 660
One-way flights from Durban to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Durban to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
Wed 2/1220:20 -
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Deal found 21/8R7 921
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Deal found 21/8R8 145
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Deal found 21/8R8 385
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Deal found 21/8R8 578
Thu 24/1219:10 -
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Deal found 18/8R8 594
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 22 August 2026.
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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
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DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - IST Istanbul
DURIST
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 4/10
12:05-11:55
2 stops22h 50m
Istanbul
Sun 11/10
13:45-10:35
2 stops21h 50m
R10 598
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
DURSAW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Mon 15/2
19:10-13:20
1 stop17h 10m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 22/2
14:20-17:10
1 stop27h 50m
R12 795
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
DURSAW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 11/10
18:40-13:05
1 stop17h 25m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Thu 15/10
14:05-16:35
1 stop27h 30m
R12 795
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
DURSAW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 18/10
18:40-13:05
1 stop17h 25m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sat 24/10
2:50-17:10
1 stop15h 20m
R12 811
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
DURSAW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Fri 4/9
18:40-13:05
1 stop17h 25m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Fri 11/9
14:05-16:35
1 stop27h 30m
R12 859
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - IST Istanbul
DURIST
Durban King Shaka Intl
Mon 15/2
19:10-17:35
1 stop21h 25m
Istanbul
Mon 22/2
20:05-17:10
1 stop22h 05m
R12 891
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - IST Istanbul
DURIST
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 25/11
19:10-0:55
1 stop28h 45m
Istanbul
Sat 28/11
16:25-17:10
1 stop25h 45m
R12 939
Fastest return journey
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - IST Istanbul
DURIST
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 23/12
15:45-5:55
1 stop13h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 3/1
2:05-13:45
1 stop12h 40m
R13 436
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - IST Istanbul
DURIST
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sat 3/10
18:40-17:55
1 stop22h 15m
Istanbul
Sat 10/10
16:25-10:40
2 stops19h 15m
R13 516
DurbanIstanbul
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
DURSAW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Mon 15/2
17:00-21:25
2 stops27h 25m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 22/2
12:55-10:40
2 stops46h 45m
R13 612
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Istanbul
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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 R10 550). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 869). 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 22 August 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Durban to Istanbul flights typically cost between R10 742 and R12 851 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R10 598 on Qatar Airways (Oct 4–Oct 11).
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 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.
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 22 August 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.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
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 is 1 daily outbound flight 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 40m. 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 583 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and KLM, starting at R10 132 and R11 181 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 651. Emirates flights start at R6 461 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R9 437 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?
While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R9 591, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 118. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 293 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 Gold Souq. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.
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 R10 550). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 869). 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.
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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
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