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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Douala to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Istanbul.C$920 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 20, returning Tue, Jun 24.Round-trip flight with Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Douala on Fri, Jun 20, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Jun 24, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$920, select.
Istanbul.C$934 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 19, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Air Algerie.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Douala on Mon, May 19, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departing from Istanbul on Mon, May 26, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$934, select.
Istanbul.C$1,013 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 29, returning Sun, Feb 15.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines and LOT.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departing from Istanbul on Sun, Feb 15, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,013, select.
Istanbul.C$1,023 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 22, returning Thu, Jan 29.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines and LOT.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Thu, Jan 22, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departing from Istanbul on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,023, select.
Istanbul.C$1,038 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Sun, Jun 22.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Sat, May 31, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,038, select.
Istanbul.C$1,040 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 8, returning Tue, Jul 15.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines and LOT.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Tue, Jul 8, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Jul 15, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,040, select.
Istanbul.C$1,043 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 28, returning Wed, Aug 6.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Mon, Jul 28, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Wed, Aug 6, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,043, select.
Istanbul.C$1,082 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 30, returning Mon, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Douala on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Douala.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,082, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Douala to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from C$934
Jun
from C$920
Jul
from C$1,040
Aug
from C$1,197
Sep
from C$1,164
Oct
from C$1,373
Nov
from C$1,146
Dec
from C$2,289
Jan
from C$1,023
Feb
from C$1,092
Mar
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Douala to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$920
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time7 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Douala to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Douala to Istanbul is C$920. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Douala to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways fly direct from Douala to Istanbul.
There are 8 flights per week flying from Douala to Istanbul, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Douala to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Douala Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the center of Istanbul. We've found flights to this airport from C$920.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Douala Airport to Istanbul on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Air Algerie and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul is 7 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Douala, where Douala Airport is located.

  • Douala Airport (DLA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with four departures a week to pick from. You can travel from DLA to IST at 01:20 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your DLA to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Douala Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your trip at DLA and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Take to the skies with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Douala Airport to Istanbul.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from DLA to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)

  • Central Douala to DLA is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Have an early flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to DLA:

  • Of all flights departing from Douala Airport, 53.91% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Istanbul

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Douala Airport to Istanbul flight is C$579. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$920. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from DLA to Istanbul by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Douala Airport to Istanbul tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from DLA to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from DLA to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Settle in and get cozy after your DLA to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Istanbul in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a Douala Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DLA to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Douala Airport to Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are major attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Douala to Istanbul

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