Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Istanbul is January . The most expensive month for flights is September . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 56 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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Istanbul is January. The most expensive month for flights is September. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Question 3

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 4

What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

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

Question 5

How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

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A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around R1 381, however they can be found for as little as R61.

Question 6

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 55 minutes).

Question 7

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 8

Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

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Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

Question 9

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Istanbul should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Question 10

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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 12

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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

Question 13

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul takes 13 hours 10 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 14

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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

Question 15

What does IST mean?

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IST stands for Istanbul Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 16

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.

Question 17

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 18

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.

Question 19

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.

Question 20

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

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When flying from OR Tambo International, you'll find direct flights to Istanbul New Airport without a stopover that take around 9h 30min. Non-stop flights from Cape Town will often take around 10h 30min. When flying from Durban, you can expect flights with at least one stopover and a travel time of close to 14h 30min.

Question 21

Are there non-stop flights to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Istanbul flight deals with direct flights can be found in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Johannesburg flights will depart from OR Tambo International Airport and arrive at Istanbul New Airport. There are currently no other airports offering direct flights to Istanbul, Turkey, but you will find flights with a single stopover and travel time of under 15h. If you’re travelling from Durban, expect flights to have a single stopover in either Cape Town or Johannesburg. Flights from Port Elizabeth typically have a single stopover in Johannesburg.

Question 22

How do you get from Istanbul airport(s) to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

Once you arrive at Istanbul New Airport, Istanbul, you’ll find a few transport options for getting to the city centre. There are three types of taxis you can take that provide different comfort levels. Taxis can be found outside the main arrivals terminal and will take approximately 45min to the city centre, depending on traffic. There are many bus routes that you can take, the H2 Line will take you to the Şişli-Mecidiyeköyis Station, where you can catch the M2 Metro Line to the centre of the city. You can also rely on local taxi apps in Istanbul to take you from the airport to the centre of the city.

Question 23

What are some things to do in Istanbul?

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Istanbul is one of the major cities in Turkey and lies along the coast of the Bosphorus Strait, bordering Europe and Asia. Istanbul is famous for its rich history and cultural diversity with many sights to see and activities to partake in. You can take time out to visit local heritage sites like Hagia Sophia, a late antique place of worship built in 537 AD. You can also spend time at Sultan Ahmed Mosque, sometimes called The Blue Mosque, and explore its hand-painted blue tiles which line the interior. At The Grand Bazaar, you’ll be exposed to one of Turkeys largest and oldest covered markets where your shopping can be done. Visit Topkapi Palace and explore sights like the Harem and the weapons room. You can spend time out of the city atop the river on a Bosphorus Cruise while exploring European and Asian waters. Go underground and spend time treading the walkways of the Basilica Cistern, which was once responsible for bringing water to Istanbul from Bulgaria. Archaeology enthusiasts will want to make their way to the Archaeology Museum and experience the sarcophagus of Alexander the Great or visit the Kariye Museum and see Byzantine mosaics and frescoes.

Question 24

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

You will need to apply for a visa to visit Istanbul in Turkey. You can apply for a three month, multiple entry visa through Turkish representatives overseas, or you can apply online for a single entry visa that lasts for a month. If you wish to do business, you will have to apply for a working visa.

Return from	R8 392
One-way from	R5 084
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R10 290

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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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Flights to Istanbul in 2024

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 867 searches and data was last updated on 8 10月 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 10月 2024.

Find flights to Istanbul within your budget

Locate flights to Istanbul that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 867 searches and data was last updated on 8 10月 2024.

Best time to book a flight to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul with our price prediction graph.

Travel insights for flights to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 4 October 2024.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France, Egyptair and Qatar Airways to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

Are there non-stop flights to Istanbul?

Cheapest flights to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 10月 2024.