Cheap flights from South Africa to Istanbul from R4 683

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Aug 30 — Sep 61
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 25 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 402

One-way from

R4 683

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 594
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
12/11
  • 12/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 20m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R11 264 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 575 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Istanbul

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 25 August 2025.

Thu 9/1013:55JNB - SAW
1 stop27h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 22/1013:35SAW - JNB
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/8R9 402
Mon 8/913:55JNB - SAW
1 stop27h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 14/920:05SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 472
Mon 8/913:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 18/913:35SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 507
Sun 21/913:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 25/913:35SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/8R9 647
Mon 13/1013:00CPT - SAW
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 28/1013:40SAW - CPT
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 665
Thu 16/1013:00CPT - SAW
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 26/1013:40SAW - CPT
1 stop28h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 753
Sun 7/913:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 14/920:05SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 805
Thu 16/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 29/107:25IST - JNB
1 stop25h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 823
Tue 23/98:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/98:00IST - JNB
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/8R9 840
Sun 7/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/97:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 875
Mon 8/920:25JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 12/920:05SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/8R9 893
Sun 14/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 22/97:30IST - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 893

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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 25 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 22/10

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

R9 402

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:20-12:10

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 22/2

13:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 419

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 14/9

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

R9 472

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/11

13:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 507

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 18/9

13:35-9:35

1 stop21h 00m

R9 507

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 15/9

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

R9 542

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 25/9

13:35-9:35

1 stop21h 00m

R9 647

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/10

13:00-12:10

1 stop22h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 28/10

13:40-17:25

1 stop28h 45m

R9 665

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/2

13:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 700

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 29/10

7:25-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R9 823

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Istanbul

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 R736). 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 25 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Istanbul in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 25 August 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 25 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Istanbul, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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.
  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Istanbul?

    Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Air can get you from South Africa to Istanbul in just under 11h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h. There are 7490 km between South Africa and Istanbul. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Istanbul?

    Consider Turkish Airlines (88%), IndiGo (88%) or Thai Airways (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying 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 R6 502. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 226 on average our data indicates R30 984 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 R736). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR6 212AverageR11 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 059AverageR10 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 423AverageR10 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 632AverageR11 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 998AverageR11 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 392AverageR13 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 766AverageR11 735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 118AverageR12 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 015AverageR14 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR13 622AverageR15 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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