Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R5 547

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Jul 2 — Jul 91
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 2 June 2026.

Wed 2/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/913:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R10 296
Mon 27/712:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/813:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R10 703
Tue 22/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/920:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R10 947
Fri 20/1112:25
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1113:40
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R11 126
Mon 15/618:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Mon 22/619:35
IST
-
DUR
1 stop22h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 29/5R11 256
Fri 5/618:40
DUR
-
IST
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Fri 12/616:25
IST
-
DUR
1 stop25h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 1/6R11 304
Sun 26/712:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/820:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R11 435
Mon 20/712:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/711:40
IST
-
DUR
2 stops23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R11 516
Wed 23/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/1020:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 597
Fri 20/1112:25
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1120:10
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R11 614
Mon 28/1212:25
DUR
-
SAW
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/113:40
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5R12 345
Thu 5/1112:25
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SAW
2 stops22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1113:40
SAW
-
DUR
2 stops22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R12 524

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 2 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 296

One-way from

R5 547

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 565
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 602 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 677 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 2 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/11

12:25-18:40

2 stops29h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 24/11

12:00-10:55

2 stops23h 55m

R11 597
Fastest return journey

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/11

19:10-13:20

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/11

3:05-17:10

1 stop15h 05m

R12 996

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 045

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/11

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 24/11

18:40-17:10

1 stop23h 30m

R13 094

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 2/9

18:40-17:25

1 stop21h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 9/9

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R13 208

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 27/7

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/8

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R13 419

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 26/7

18:40-21:35

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/8

2:10-16:35

1 stop15h 25m

R13 484

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 14/7

18:40-14:25

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 21/7

19:35-16:35

1 stop22h 00m

R13 891

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

11:15-2:05

2 stops37h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 8/11

3:05-17:10

1 stop15h 05m

R14 883

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 26/7

18:40-1:50

1 stop30h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/8

2:50-19:50

2 stops42h 00m

R15 224

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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 148). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 580). 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 2 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 2 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.

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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 12h 05m. 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 520 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and KLM, starting at R10 292 and R11 343 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 539. Emirates flights start at R6 473 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R8 245 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R13 330, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 864. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 296 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 R230 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 148). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 580). 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

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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 520AverageR10 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 292AverageR11 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR11 343AverageR13 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 468AverageR15 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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