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Flights from Istanbul to Durban

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Durban (DUR) take about 10h 21m (7,886 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $915 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Durban

Carriers on IST–DUR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to Durban fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $915 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $532. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026—$668 · 2 stops24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$11311 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines$532 · 1 stop1 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines
Dec 2026$91525 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines$606 · 2 stops25 Dec 2026
Jun 2027$9229 Jun 2027 · Turkish Airlines$696 · 3 stops9 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $532 in November 2026, against $606 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Durban, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Durban

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Durban flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Durban?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Durban (DUR) takes about 10h 21m, covering 7,886 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Durban by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and King Shaka International Airport is 7,886 km (4,900 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Durban?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–DUR route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Durban cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–DUR was $915 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 25 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Durban?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $532 one-way, against $696 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Istanbul to Durban?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $532 with one stop against $915 nonstop, a saving of $383. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to South Africa?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Durban?
South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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