Question 1

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

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 68 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.

Question 2

Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 3

What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

Question 4

How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

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A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around R3 528, however they can be found for as little as R3 265.

Question 5

Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 45 minutes).

Question 6

Does Istanbul have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 7

Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

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Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ambassador Spa & Beauty Airport Lounge is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines.

Question 9

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul takes 12 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability to Istanbul

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The most flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Question 11

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Ethiopian Air, Air Algerie and Etihad Airways.

Question 12

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm 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.

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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).

Question 14

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to Istanbul?

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When you search for this flight to Istanbul, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the best flight for you.

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

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Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals to Istanbul for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 16

Can Cheapflights find flights to Istanbul with no change fees?

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Certainly. Search results for flights to Istanbul shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to Istanbul become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for Istanbul flights today and get alerted when prices change. To subscribe and begin receiving alerts, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide your email address.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 68 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 are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Ethiopian Air, Air Algerie and Etihad Airways.

Weekly flight availability to Istanbul

The most flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm 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.

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How long is the flight to Istanbul?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul takes 12 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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