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Cheap flights from Istanbul to South Africa from R7 706

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JNB
Mar 20 — Mar 271
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 15 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 744

One-way from

R7 706

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R11 987
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/7-19/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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20/3
  • 20/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R34 215 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 332 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 15 March 2025.

Tue 8/77:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 19/79:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R8 744
Tue 15/420:05SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 1/513:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R10 147
Tue 15/413:45IST - JNB
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 1/513:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R10 238
Mon 5/523:55IST - JNB
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/58:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/3R12 151
Mon 14/413:35SAW - CPT
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 29/47:00CPT - SAW
2 stops34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/3R12 551
Mon 14/413:45IST - CPT
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 29/46:05CPT - IST
2 stops28h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R12 570
Sun 4/514:00IST - JNB
1 stop18h 10mEgyptair
Wed 14/521:45JNB - IST
1 stop14h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 13/3R13 025
Thu 29/521:45SAW - JNB
3 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/613:55JNB - SAW
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3R13 480
Sun 13/47:30IST - CPT
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/45:45CPT - IST
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3R13 572
Tue 20/50:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/58:20JNB - IST
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3R13 881
Mon 28/423:55IST - CPT
1 stop15h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/514:35CPT - IST
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/3R13 954
Thu 1/520:05SAW - JNB
2 stops19h 15mRwandAir
Mon 12/516:50JNB - SAW
2 stops18h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 13/3R14 227

Find flights from Istanbul to South Africa within your budget

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 15 March 2025.

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Istanbul

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 29/5

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

9:50-6:10

1 stop19h 20m

R9 127

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 15/4

13:35-4:00

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

R10 147

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 15/4

20:05-10:00

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

13:55-11:55

1 stop21h 00m

R10 238

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

22:50-4:45

1 stop28h 55m

R11 768

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Mon 14/4

13:45-10:50

1 stop22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/4

6:05-11:55

2 stops28h 50m

R12 570

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW - JNB

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 29/5

21:45-0:15

3 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

R13 480

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Sun 13/4

7:30-17:30

2 stops35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/4

5:45-6:10

2 stops23h 25m

R13 572

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/6

20:05-14:35

2 stops43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

13:00-12:10

1 stop22h 10m

R13 590

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Mon 28/4

23:55-14:35

1 stop15h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

14:35-4:45

1 stop13h 10m

R13 954

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

8:20-2:20

2 stops17h 00m

R13 954

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to South Africa

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

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 15 March 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.

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 15 March 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
3 204 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 204 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 204 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 320 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 204 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 545 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 204 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 424 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 204 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 835 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R9 582 and R9 746, 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 (88%), Turkish Airlines (86%), Thai Airways( 82%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R28 741 for a flight from Istanbul to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R12 475 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R12 551.

  • 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 15 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 607AverageR10 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 234AverageR13 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 542AverageR12 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 854AverageR13 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 706AverageR16 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 923AverageR15 248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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