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R1 030+ Cheap flights from Istanbul

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IST — CPT
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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What to know about flights from Istanbul

Discover essential information about flights departing from Istanbul, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Istanbul airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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Pegasus Airlines
On average, Pegasus Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul.
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Thu 30/17:35IST - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/210:00JNB - IST
1 stop26h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/1R8 448
Thu 6/213:40SAW - JNB
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 18/220:00JNB - SAW
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 021
Thu 6/213:50IST - JNB
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 18/213:20JNB - IST
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 115
Tue 20/50:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/68:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R10 527
Fri 14/23:50IST - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEgyptair
Sun 2/321:45JNB - IST
1 stop14h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 20/1R11 314
Sat 8/313:50IST - CPT
1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 18/312:35CPT - IST
1 stop29h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R12 213
Thu 6/213:50IST - JNB
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/220:00JNB - IST
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 251
Wed 5/31:55IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 13/319:05JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 906
Thu 30/113:40SAW - JNB
2 stops27h 30mRwandAir
Wed 12/216:50JNB - SAW
2 stops18h 45mRwandAir
Deal found 19/1R12 944
Thu 30/120:10IST - JNB
2 stops21h 00mRwandAir
Wed 12/216:50JNB - IST
2 stops24h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 19/1R12 981
Thu 13/221:35SAW - JNB
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/313:20JNB - SAW
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R13 000
Wed 4/620:05SAW - CPT
2 stops27h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 9/613:00CPT - SAW
1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R13 000

Find flights from Istanbul within your budget

Find flights departing from Istanbul that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 20 January 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 30/1

7:35-8:35

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

10:00-13:20

1 stop26h 20m

R8 448

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 6/2

13:40-9:25

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

20:00-19:05

1 stop22h 05m

R10 021

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 6/2

13:50-9:25

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

13:20-12:20

1 stop22h 00m

R10 115

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 20/5

0:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

R10 527

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Fri 14/2

3:50-7:10

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

21:45-13:00

1 stop14h 15m

R11 314

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Sat 8/3

13:50-17:25

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

12:35-18:40

1 stop29h 05m

R12 213

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 6/2

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

20:00-15:55

2 stops18h 55m

R12 251

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

1:55-10:50

Nonstop9h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

19:05-6:10

Nonstop10h 05m

R12 906

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 30/1

13:40-16:10

2 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

16:50-12:35

2 stops18h 45m

R12 944

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 30/1

20:10-16:10

2 stops21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

16:50-18:40

2 stops24h 50m

R12 981

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul (average of R12 775). Flying from Istanbul in September will prove the most costly (average of R15 997). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Istanbul?

When flying from Istanbul check dates and pricing for the following: Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

Pegasus Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

From R46

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

From R52

Ajet

Ajet

From R48

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From R564

Airline reviews for flights from Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Istanbul. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
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Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Aegean Airlines
8,1
Very Good
741 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

KLM
7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Istanbul. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul?

    March is currently the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul. At this moment in time September is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Istanbul?

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