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R5 446 Find Cheap Flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return fare
R11 005
Typical prices: R10 634-R12 250
Emirates
Mon 14/9Mon 21/9
DUR - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R40 838
Typical prices: R14 432-R17 227
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/9Tue 29/9
DUR - IST • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Durban and Istanbul. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Dubai (DXB)
Cheapest • Avg R11 835 (return)
Johannesburg (JNB)
Shortest trip • 13h 00m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 7% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Durban to Istanbul (DUR-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Durban to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Durban to Istanbul

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 14:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
19:35 - 16:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
22h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 005Emirates
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 30
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 17:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
19:35 - 16:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
22h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 022Emirates
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 17:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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23:30 - 16:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 361Emirates
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 18:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 10:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
15h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R11 717Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 15
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 11:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 50m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 10:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
15h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R11 943Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 15
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 11:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 50m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 10:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R11 959Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 14:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
20h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:25 - 16:35IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 640Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:40 - 17:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
22h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:30 - 19:50IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 672Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 4:45DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
13h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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1:40 - 13:15IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
12h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 145Turkish Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 4:45DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-IST Istanbul
13h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:35 - 19:50IST  Istanbul-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
19h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 613Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Durban to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Durban to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Durban usually cost between R10 569 and R12 508 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 005 on Emirates (Sept 14–Sept 21).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost R10 601 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R13 575 and R12 589 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 446
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Durban to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Durban to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport was R5 446 for a one-way ticket and R11 005 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    Durban airport is called Durban King Shaka Intl and the only airport in Istanbul Airport is Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Durban to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Durban and Istanbul Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Durban to Istanbul, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Durban to Istanbul are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of R11 545 and an overall rating of 8,1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R10 751 and an overall rating of 7,4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Durban is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Durban with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Durban up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Durban to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R6 570 or less one-way and R12 041 or less round-trip.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Durban (DUR)
Istanbul (IST)