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Cheap flights from Istanbul to South Africa from R6 849

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JNB
May 4 — May 111
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Istanbul to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 990

One-way from

R6 849

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R12 805
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/6-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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12/5
  • 12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R42 621 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 268 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Tue 10/614:10IST - JNB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 12/69:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4R8 990
Sun 11/520:05IST - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 27/520:25JNB - IST
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R9 809
Sun 11/513:35SAW - JNB
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 27/520:25JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R11 056
Sat 10/50:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/522:50JNB - IST
1 stop28h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/4R11 651
Thu 8/59:20SAW - JNB
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/517:50JNB - SAW
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R11 800
Sat 1/113:50IST - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEgyptair
Sun 15/221:45JNB - IST
1 stop19h 05mEgyptair
Deal found 28/4R12 824
Wed 14/51:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/517:55JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4R12 954
Thu 15/513:45IST - JNB
2 stops25h 35mRwandAir
Wed 28/516:50JNB - IST
2 stops18h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 29/4R13 308
Tue 3/620:05IST - CPT
2 stops27h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 13/613:00CPT - IST
1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R13 568
Thu 8/515:50IST - JNB
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/513:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R13 680
Tue 10/613:35SAW - CPT
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 18/615:20CPT - SAW
2 stops19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R13 736
Thu 15/512:45SAW - JNB
1 stop33h 35mKLM
Wed 28/523:15JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Deal found 29/4R13 847

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to South Africa 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 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to South Africa that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 10/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/6

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

R8 990

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

20:25-18:35

1 stop21h 10m

R9 809

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/5

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

20:25-18:45

1 stop21h 20m

R11 056

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 10/5

0:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

22:50-4:45

1 stop28h 55m

R11 651

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 12/5

22:00-8:20

2 stops35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

R12 880

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

1:50-10:35

Nonstop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

17:55-4:40

Nonstop9h 45m

R13 028

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 15/5

13:45-14:20

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

16:50-11:55

2 stops18h 05m

R13 308

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 3/6

20:05-22:50

2 stops27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

13:00-18:35

1 stop28h 35m

R13 568

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 15/5

22:50-3:55

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

9:50-6:10

1 stop19h 20m

R13 587

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/6

13:35-10:50

1 stop22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/6

15:20-12:10

2 stops19h 50m

R13 736

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Istanbul to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 IST to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

When flying from Istanbul to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 8 September 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to South Africa. 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways from Istanbul to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 563 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 444 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 203 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to South Africa. 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 Istanbul to South Africa one-way?

    R8 431 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R9 139 and R9 864, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - Cape Town Intl or Istanbul - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Istanbul - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Istanbul to South Africa.

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

    Before booking your flight to South Africa from Istanbul, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: IndiGo (90%), Turkish Airlines (88%), Thai Airways( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay R14 414 for a flight from Istanbul to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R10 872 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R12 731.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to South Africa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to South Africa 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 Istanbul to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Istanbul to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 6 airlines flying from Istanbul to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to South Africa. 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 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 793AverageR10 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 305AverageR14 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 310AverageR12 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 090AverageR12 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 982AverageR16 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 225AverageR15 579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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