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Cheapest round-trip
$699
Typical prices: $808-$1,100
Air Algerie
Thu 11/15Fri 1/19
DLA - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,021
Typical prices: $957-$1,254
Turkish Airlines
Mon 12/10Mon 1/8
DLA - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 6h 50m
Direct flights
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 34% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg $840 (round-trip)
Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI)
Shortest trip • 9h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Douala to Istanbul (DLA-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Douala to Istanbul

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Jan 19
Air Algerie Logo
1:35 am - 3:15 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
11h 40m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
5:00 am - 12:35 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
21h 35m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$699Air Algerie
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Dec 14
Air Algerie Logo
1:35 am - 12:40 amDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
21h 05m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
1:40 am - 12:35 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
24h 55m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$700Air Algerie
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16
Air Algerie Logo
1:35 am - 7:20 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
15h 45m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
9:30 pm - 12:35 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
29h 05m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$700Air Algerie
Tue, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 4
Air Algerie Logo
1:35 am - 7:20 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
15h 45m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
8:30 pm - 12:35 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
30h 05m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$708Air Algerie
Wed, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:25 am - 4:50 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
33h 25m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:25 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
12h 15m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$802Royal Air Maroc
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Jan 21
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:35 am - 4:50 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
32h 15m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 3:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
10h 55m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$806Royal Air Maroc
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Jan 21
Royal Air Maroc Logo
4:10 am - 4:30 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
34h 20m2 stops Bangui Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 3:05 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
10h 55m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$811Royal Air Maroc
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Jan 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:10 am - 12:00 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
6h 50mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 1:40 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
9h 25m1 stop Yaoundé Nsimalen
$984Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Jan 7
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12:40 am - 11:35 amDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
8h 55m1 stop Yaoundé Nsimalen
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6:15 pm - 1:40 amIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
9h 25m1 stop Yaoundé Nsimalen
$984Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 8
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3:10 am - 12:00 pmDLA  Douala-IST Istanbul
6h 50mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 11:30 pmIST  Istanbul-DLA Douala
7h 15mnonstop
$1,021Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Douala to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport typically range from $808 to $1,100. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $699, on Air Algerie.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport at $631 round-trip.
•August ($1,206) and September ($1,166) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Douala to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$699
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Douala to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Douala to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Douala to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Douala to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:45 am and lands at 9:35 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:10 am and lands at 10:00 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 50m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Douala to Istanbul Airport takes 6h 50m, covering 2,830 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Douala to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport range from $808 to $1,100, with an average of $955 over the past 12 months. Anything below $808 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $840 round-trip via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared to $1,090 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Douala to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $699 to $2,047. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Douala (DLA) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Cairo (CAI) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Douala to Istanbul Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $779 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,010, a difference of $231.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Douala and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Douala to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 08m, compared with 13h 18m via Cairo (CAI) and 15h 27m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Douala and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 2 hours ahead of Douala (Turkey Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Douala to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Douala to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $779, about $231 less than Thursday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Douala to Istanbul Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $631 round-trip in that month - typically $575 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $840 round-trip on this route - about $250 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Douala to Istanbul?

 
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Direct departures

Douala to Istanbul

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Douala

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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