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$262+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Istanbul

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — IST
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$743
(Delta)

One-way from

$262
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,083
From Durham to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:59 pmRDU - IST
2 stops24h 51mDelta
Sun 12/144:50 amIST - RDU
2 stops25h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/28$737
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:00 pmRDU - IST
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Sat 12/134:50 amIST - RDU
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/28$740
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mDelta
Wed 10/224:20 amIST - RDU
2 stops21h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/28$743
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:45 pmRDU - IST
2 stops20h 40mAir Canada
Mon 12/158:50 amIST - RDU
2 stops20h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 8/28$744
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mDelta
Sun 3/14:50 amIST - RDU
2 stops21h 23mDelta
Deal found 8/28$745
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:55 pmRDU - IST
1 stop24h 55mAir France
Sat 12/64:50 amIST - RDU
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Deal found 8/27$746
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:20 pmRDU - IST
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Wed 10/224:20 amIST - RDU
1 stop18h 50mKLM
Deal found 8/28$750
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/119:00 amRDU - IST
2 stops26h 55mAir Canada
Sat 2/288:50 amIST - RDU
2 stops20h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 8/28$755
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:55 pmRDU - IST
1 stop24h 55mAir France
Mon 11/34:50 amIST - RDU
2 stops20h 56mAir France
Deal found 8/26$756
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/163:40 pmRDU - IST
1 stop22h 40mLufthansa
Sat 2/287:00 pmIST - RDU
2 stops34h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 8/28$757
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:50 pmRDU - IST
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 11/76:40 pmIST - RDU
2 stops31h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/26$760
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:14 pmRDU - SAW
3 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1612:40 pmSAW - RDU
3 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$777

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Durham

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/12

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 10/23

4:20 am-4:22 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$743

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

4:20 am-7:15 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$743

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 10/23

4:20 am-4:22 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$743

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-3:50 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

4:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/12

6:55 pm-3:50 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 11/16

4:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/10

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 3/1

4:50 am-6:13 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/11

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

4:50 am-6:13 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/10

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

4:50 am-6:13 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/11

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 2/27

4:50 am-10:11 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$745

RaleighIstanbul

RDU - IST

RDUIST

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/10

6:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 2/27

4:50 am-10:11 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$745

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/27

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Durham to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 47 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 Durham to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Durham to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 DU8 to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 August 28, 2025.

When flying from Durham 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 6, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Durham to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Durham to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Durham to Istanbul can take about 16h 31m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $790. There are 5444 mi between Durham and Istanbul. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durham to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durham to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham 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 Durham to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Durham to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 10 airlines flying from Durham to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$477Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$612Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$655Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$683Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$757Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$772Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$781Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$822Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$895Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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