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Cheap flights from South Africa to Istanbul from R4 560

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult

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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 22 October 2024.

Sun 10/118:50JNB - SAW
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 14/1113:40SAW - JNB
1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R9 455
Mon 4/1110:00JNB - IST
1 stop19h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 7/1114:25IST - JNB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10R10 160
Sun 10/1112:45JNB - IST
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 18/1120:10IST - JNB
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R10 230
Wed 13/1122:20JNB - SAW
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/1117:15SAW - JNB
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R10 301
Tue 5/1122:20JNB - SAW
1 stop16h 55mEmirates
Sat 16/1114:20SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/10R10 723
Sun 27/1013:25JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Thu 31/1016:25IST - JNB
1 stop29h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/10R10 794
Mon 11/1111:55DUR - SAW
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 17/1120:10SAW - DUR
2 stops15h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R10 917
Mon 4/1121:45JNB - IST
1 stop19h 15mEgyptair
Fri 15/113:50IST - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 21/10R11 058
Wed 13/1112:35CPT - SAW
1 stop23h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 23/1120:10SAW - CPT
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R11 128
Mon 4/1111:55DUR - SAW
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1113:40SAW - DUR
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R11 181
Thu 7/1119:05JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 20/111:55IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/10R11 322
Sun 27/1018:55CPT - IST
1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 19/1110:35IST - CPT
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R11 480

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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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/11

1 stop33h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 14/11

1 stop26h 05m

R9 455

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

1 stop29h 05m

R9 649

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 30/1

2 stops21h 30m

R9 684

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 15/2

1 stop15h 05m

R9 790

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/11

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 7/11

1 stop19h 10m

R10 160

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

1 stop19h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 8/2

1 stop28h 20m

R10 177

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 15/2

1 stop34h 15m

R10 248

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/11

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 16/11

1 stop21h 05m

R10 723

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

Nonstop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 20/11

Nonstop9h 55m

R11 322

Cape Town IntlIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

2 stops25h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 4/2

2 stops34h 50m

R11 621

Johannesburg OR TamboIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/12

1 stop15h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 9/12

2 stops19h 20m

R12 273

Cape Town IntlIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/12

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

1 stop18h 45m

R17 361

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Istanbul

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

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 R634). 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 22 October 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

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.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

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).

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 22 October 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and British Airways from South Africa to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 360 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,6
Good
3 921 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

RwandAir
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

  • 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 Qatar Airways (R4 983), Etihad Airways (R5 758), and Turkish Airlines (R6 216).

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen, Cape Town Intl - 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 832. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 544 on average our data indicates R27 844 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 R634). 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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR7 179AverageR11 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 238AverageR8 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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KLMCheapestR7 633AverageR9 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 659AverageR9 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 140AverageR13 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 144AverageR10 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 888AverageR11 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SAUDIACheapestR9 139AverageR9 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 645AverageR12 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 328AverageR13 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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