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Cheap flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport from R5 595

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — IST
May 15 — May 221
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 15 April 2026.

Thu 28/518:30
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/611:00
IST
-
DUR
2 stops31h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 012
Fri 24/418:30
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/58:50
IST
-
DUR
2 stops26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 225
Wed 23/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/1013:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 536
Sun 13/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/1020:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 585
Tue 21/412:00
DUR
-
IST
2 stops18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/58:50
IST
-
DUR
2 stops26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R11 305
Tue 21/412:00
DUR
-
IST
2 stops18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/411:00
IST
-
DUR
2 stops31h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R11 337
Wed 9/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/920:05
IST
-
DUR
2 stops15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 534
Tue 21/412:00
DUR
-
IST
2 stops18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/58:50
IST
-
DUR
2 stops26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R11 550
Thu 24/912:05
DUR
-
IST
2 stops29h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/1013:45
IST
-
DUR
2 stops21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 567
Sun 26/412:00
DUR
-
IST
2 stops18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/411:00
IST
-
DUR
2 stops31h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R11 583

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 (IST). 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 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 012

One-way from

R5 595

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 174

Good round-trip deal

R13 538 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5-4/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 15m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 50m total
  • Durban to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R3 985 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 755 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul.
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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 15 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/9

12:05-11:55

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 12/9

20:05-10:35

2 stops15h 30m

R11 534

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

17:10-14:40

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R11 616

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

8:40-7:20

2 stops21h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

11:00-10:40

2 stops24h 40m

R12 270

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

18:40-21:35

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 27/6

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R12 744

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/9

18:40-1:10

1 stop29h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 12/9

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R12 744

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 24/9

18:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 4/10

16:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R12 744

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 20/6

7:00-11:55

2 stops27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 1/7

20:05-10:35

2 stops15h 30m

R12 973

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 20/6

18:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 1/7

18:35-16:35

1 stop23h 00m

R13 170

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 26/4

12:00-7:20

2 stops18h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 3/5

8:50-10:40

2 stops26h 50m

R13 448

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/6

12:00-17:30

2 stops28h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 27/6

13:45-10:35

2 stops21h 50m

R13 530

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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 Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport is 31 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport (average of R8 442). Flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 716). 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 15 April 2026.

When flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport, 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 Airport?

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 15 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Durban to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

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 Airport?

    For as low as R11 616, Qatar Airways can have you in Istanbul Airport from Durban in 20h 30m. The distance from Durban to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R8 521, Qatar Airways will fly you from Durban to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 381 and R11 409, respectively. You may be able to fly from Durban to Istanbul Airport for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    R4 569 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R6 511 and R7 058, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R12 318. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Istanbul) can be booked for R10 012 on average, our data indicates R14 549 when flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Durban to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Maputo sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Durban to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Durban to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Johannesburg. Dubai sees the next fewest stopovers on Durban to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport (average of R8 442). Flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 716). 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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Fly from Durban to Istanbul on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Durban to Istanbul. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 April 2026.
Qatar Airways flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Istanbul

Top 4 airlines flying from Durban to Istanbul

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 521AverageR10 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 381AverageR11 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR11 409AverageR12 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 686AverageR14 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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