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Cheap flights from South Africa to Istanbul from R4 645

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 468

One-way from

R4 645

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 274
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/2-9/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • South Africa to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 072 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 392 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 January 2026.

Mon 2/212:25DUR - SAW
2 stops22h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 9/213:40SAW - DUR
2 stops22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R8 468
Thu 16/411:55DUR - SAW
2 stops25h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 20/415:30SAW - DUR
2 stops19h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R8 846
Fri 3/414:45JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 10/413:35SAW - JNB
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R8 879
Thu 22/120:30JNB - IST
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 4/220:10IST - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R8 879
Thu 2/414:45JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 8/413:35SAW - JNB
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R8 895
Tue 21/411:55JNB - SAW
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 28/415:30SAW - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R8 912
Wed 21/112:45JNB - IST
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 28/120:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R9 010
Fri 20/213:45JNB - IST
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 27/213:50IST - JNB
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R9 026
Wed 21/120:30JNB - IST
1 stop14h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 27/120:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R9 125
Sat 25/411:55JNB - SAW
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 6/515:30SAW - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R9 158
Tue 20/113:45JNB - IST
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 27/120:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R9 174
Fri 5/611:55JNB - SAW
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 10/615:30SAW - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R9 223

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

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South Africa

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 16/4

11:55-14:20

2 stops25h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 20/4

15:30-10:25

2 stops19h 55m

R8 846

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 8/4

13:35-9:00

1 stop20h 25m

R8 895

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:30-18:40

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R8 944

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

12:45-18:40

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

13:50-8:40

1 stop19h 50m

R9 076

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 650

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 7/5

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 732

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 732

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-21:25

1 stop20h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

13:00-22:05

1 stop34h 05m

R9 781

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

23:15-21:00

1 stop20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 7/5

8:50-21:20

1 stop37h 30m

R9 831

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

14:30-5:00

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

11:35-3:55

2 stops17h 20m

R9 995

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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 R6 450). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 125). 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 7 January 2026.

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.

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 7 January 2026.

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).

How often are flights from South Africa to Istanbul delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between South Africa and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 7 January 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 701 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 360 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 150 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
935 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 KLM can get you from South Africa to Istanbul in just under 20h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 49m. There are 7450 km between South Africa and Istanbul. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Ethiopian Air (R3 708), Qatar Airways (R4 302), and Emirates (R5 116).

  • 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 most reliable airlines from South Africa to Istanbul?

    Consider Turkish Airlines (80%), IndiGo (78%) or Thai Airways (69%) 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 406. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) can be booked for R8 288 on average, our data indicates R31 529 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 R6 450). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 125). 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 7 January 2026.
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KLMCheapestR5 813AverageR11 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 540AverageR10 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 820AverageR9 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 423AverageR11 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 159AverageR11 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 251AverageR11 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 445AverageR10 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 290AverageR13 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 118AverageR14 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 745AverageR13 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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