Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul from R5 399

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
Jan 8 — Jan 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or October, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 December 2025.

Fri 12/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops27h 25mKLM
Fri 26/1215:45SAW - DUR
2 stops43h 55mKLM
Deal found 8/12R14 805
Sun 28/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops23h 25mKLM
Wed 7/19:00SAW - DUR
2 stops50h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/12R15 009
Thu 25/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops30h 10mKLM
Thu 1/19:00SAW - DUR
2 stops50h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/12R17 590
Tue 16/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops27h 20mKLM
Sat 27/129:00SAW - DUR
2 stops50h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/12R18 626
Thu 25/129:45DUR - IST
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/123:40IST - DUR
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R20 256
Thu 25/1219:10DUR - IST
1 stop18h 15mEmirates
Thu 1/120:05IST - DUR
1 stop22h 05mEmirates
Deal found 7/12R20 493
Fri 12/1216:00DUR - IST
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/122:05IST - DUR
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R20 646
Wed 24/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops27h 20mKLM
Sat 3/112:55SAW - DUR
2 stops46h 45mKLM
Deal found 7/12R21 088
Sun 21/1220:20DUR - IST
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/12:05IST - DUR
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R21 325
Sun 14/1217:00DUR - SAW
2 stops23h 25mKLM
Sun 4/112:55SAW - DUR
2 stops46h 45mKLM
Deal found 7/12R21 444
Fri 12/1216:00DUR - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/122:05IST - DUR
Nonstop12h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12R21 546
Tue 16/1211:15DUR - IST
2 stops57h 40mEmirates
Sat 27/1216:25IST - DUR
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 7/12R21 767

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 019

One-way from

R5 399

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 498
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 28/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 45m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 527 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 844 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Durban

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

19:10-14:25

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 7/2

23:40-17:10

1 stop18h 30m

R11 002

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

12:25-12:20

2 stops22h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 7/2

20:10-10:55

2 stops15h 45m

R11 053

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/1

19:10-18:30

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

20:05-17:10

1 stop22h 05m

R11 206

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

18:40-21:35

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

16:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R11 562

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

11:55-7:20

2 stops18h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

13:45-10:25

2 stops21h 40m

R12 157

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

19:10-14:55

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 7/2

15:55-17:10

1 stop26h 15m

R12 174

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

19:10-18:30

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 7/2

20:05-14:00

2 stops18h 55m

R12 598

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

18:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/5

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R13 311

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

11:15-13:05

2 stops48h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 9/4

14:05-16:35

1 stop27h 30m

R13 787

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 28/12

17:00-17:25

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 7/1

9:00-10:40

2 stops50h 40m

R15 009

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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 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 31 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 778). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 900). 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 December 2025.

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 30% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 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 December 2025.
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.

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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.

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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.

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 18h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. 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 R8 822 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Turkish Airlines, starting at R10 679 and R10 772 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 546. Turkish Airlines flights start at R6 038 while deals on Emirates start at R6 450 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Durban to Istanbul is generally R16 642, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R10 723. When looking at the most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 340 for that flight.

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

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  • 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 778). Flying from Durban to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 900). 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 822AverageR9 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 764AverageR13 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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