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Cheap flights from South Africa to Istanbul from R5 291

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R9 693

One-way from

R5 291
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/3-29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 40m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1219:40JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/117:55IST - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R11 161
Tue 24/1219:40JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mAir France
Thu 23/15:10IST - JNB
2 stops41h 50mAir France
Deal found 18/12R11 650
Mon 23/129:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/114:40IST - JNB
1 stop18h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12R13 879
Sat 28/1219:35JNB - IST
1 stop26h 10mLufthansa
Sun 19/119:00IST - JNB
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R14 640
Thu 26/128:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/17:35IST - JNB
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R14 839
Tue 24/1223:55JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 25mKLM
Thu 23/112:45SAW - JNB
1 stop34h 15mKLM
Deal found 18/12R15 075
Sun 22/1221:45JNB - IST
1 stop16h 25mEgyptair
Tue 21/118:50IST - JNB
1 stop13h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 18/12R15 799
Tue 24/1219:10JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 21/11:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12R15 944
Wed 25/1216:50JNB - SAW
2 stops18h 45mRwandAir
Wed 1/113:40SAW - JNB
2 stops37h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 18/12R16 234
Wed 25/1219:40JNB - SAW
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/112:45SAW - JNB
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R16 270
Tue 31/123:10JNB - IST
2 stops32h 10mRwandAir
Wed 8/113:50IST - JNB
2 stops37h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 18/12R17 176
Sun 22/1219:25JNB - SAW
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 21/115:50SAW - JNB
1 stop19h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12R17 792

Find flights from South Africa to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

20:00-12:25

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 29/3

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R9 693

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

23:55-16:55

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 29/3

17:55-21:20

1 stop28h 25m

R9 693

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/1

10:10-22:45

2 stops35h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 29/1

6:50-7:05

2 stops25h 15m

R9 802

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/1

13:20-12:20

1 stop22h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 29/1

13:50-15:35

1 stop26h 45m

R9 911

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

23:55-16:55

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 11/3

5:10-9:15

1 stop29h 05m

R9 929

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/1

11:55-12:20

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 26/1

10:35-10:35

2 stops25h 00m

R10 491

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

21:45-2:50

1 stop28h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 10/3

3:50-7:10

1 stop28h 20m

R10 690

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 13/1

11:55-12:25

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 20/2

20:10-10:35

2 stops15h 25m

R10 708

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

23:55-4:10

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 3/4

4:20-21:20

2 stops18h 00m

R10 871

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

19:40-17:25

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 11/2

8:50-22:00

1 stop38h 10m

R10 907

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R646). 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 ZA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 19 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Istanbul as you normally would.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Egyptair, Etihad Airways and Emirates from South Africa to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 505 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 206 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Istanbul are Qatar Airways (R5 291), Etihad Airways (R6 523), and RwandAir (R7 646).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Istanbul?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Istanbul or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul is the most popular route from South Africa to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R7 119. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 186 on average our data indicates R27 621 when flying from South Africa to Istanbul.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R646). 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 South Africa to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR7 939AverageR10 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 961AverageR9 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR8 362AverageR8 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 385AverageR10 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 389AverageR11 842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 420AverageR13 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 663AverageR9 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapestR9 245AverageR9 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 883AverageR12 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 416AverageR11 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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