How long is the flight from South Africa to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, Air Algerie, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Istanbul in just under 22h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. There are 7879 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 (R2 754), Qatar Airways (R4 389), and Etihad Airways (R4 504).

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.

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).

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 R6 638. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 825 on average, our data indicates R23 910 when flying from South Africa to Istanbul.

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

Consider Thai Airways (91%), IndiGo (90%) or Turkish Airlines (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Istanbul.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the most popular airlines 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul (average of R9 553). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 642). 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?

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

The most flights from ZA0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Istanbul delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between South Africa and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday 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 9% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Istanbul is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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

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Steven,May 2026

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I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Istanbul?
Qatar Airways, Air Algerie, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Istanbul in just under 22h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. There are 7879 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 (R2 754), Qatar Airways (R4 389), and Etihad Airways (R4 504).
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 Thai Airways (91%), IndiGo (90%) or Turkish Airlines (90%) 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 638. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 825 on average, our data indicates R23 910 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul (average of R9 553). Flying from South Africa to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 642). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 603	AverageR11 351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Algerie	CheapestR7 455	AverageR7 847	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time58%	Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR8 075	AverageR9 499	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR8 368	AverageR9 876	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR9 161	AverageR12 230	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Egyptair	CheapestR9 275	AverageR11 625	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Emirates	CheapestR9 723	AverageR11 750	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 234	AverageR15 154	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
RwandAir	CheapestR12 671	AverageR13 024	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
South African	CheapestR12 839	AverageR13 158	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights

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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

The most flights from ZA0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Istanbul delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between South Africa and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday 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 9% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Istanbul?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Istanbul is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Istanbul?

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

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

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

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Istanbul?

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

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from 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 24 August 2026.

Best flights from South Africa to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 August 2026.

Direct flights from South Africa to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from South Africa to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 24 August 2026.

Last-minute flights from South Africa to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Istanbul. Data last updated 24 August 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from South Africa to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 24 August 2026.