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Cheap flights from Istanbul to South Africa from R6 995

IST — JNB
Sep 20 — Sep 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to South Africa

Fri 18/1216:25 -
2 stops17h 25m
Wed 30/1220:40 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 20/8R11 089
Tue 1/98:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Thu 10/98:20 -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 17/8R11 105
Tue 8/98:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Tue 22/98:20 -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 17/8R11 170
Thu 10/98:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Fri 25/914:30 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 16/8R11 266
Tue 3/117:35 -
1 stop13h 35m
Thu 12/118:20 -
1 stop12h 00m
Deal found 18/8R11 315
Thu 1/108:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Thu 8/108:20 -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 17/8R11 347
Sat 10/100:10 -
1 stop13h 50m
Mon 26/1013:50 -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 19/8R12 298
Sat 21/110:05 -
1 stop13h 55m
Fri 27/1115:10 -
1 stop12h 50m
Deal found 20/8R12 411
Tue 27/1022:10 -
2 stops35h 10m
Tue 3/1113:45 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 18/8R12 427
Tue 17/110:05 -
1 stop13h 55m
Wed 25/1113:50 -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 16/8R12 572
Thu 1/100:10 -
1 stop13h 50m
Fri 9/1015:10 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 18/8R12 604
Wed 2/98:30 -
2 stops30h 00m
Sun 6/98:20 -
2 stops31h 35m
Deal found 17/8R12 620

Find flight deals from Istanbul to South Africa

Round-trip from

R10 992

One-way from

R6 995

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 668
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 7/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 45m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 45m total
  • Istanbul to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R20 880 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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IstanbulJohannesburg

IST Istanbul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 15/12

5:00-8:50

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/1

20:40-3:45

1 stop30h 05m

R11 411

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST Istanbul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 17/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

8:20-4:45

1 stop19h 25m

R11 863

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 8/9

14:05-10:15

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

10:05-13:05

1 stop26h 00m

R12 814

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST Istanbul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Fri 4/9

18:45-9:40

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

13:30-9:45

1 stop19h 15m

R12 943
Fastest return journey

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST Istanbul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 9/9

1:35-10:15

Nonstop9h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

18:00-4:45

Nonstop9h 45m

R12 975

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/10

2:50-5:30

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

22:20-2:05

1 stop26h 45m

R13 217

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

14:05-5:30

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

10:05-13:05

1 stop26h 00m

R13 587

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 17/12

14:20-5:35

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/1

18:50-13:20

1 stop17h 30m

R13 861

IstanbulJohannesburg

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SAWJNB

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 17/9

14:05-10:15

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

10:05-13:05

1 stop26h 00m

R14 039

IstanbulCape Town

SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen - CPT Cape Town Intl

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 7/10

2:50-18:05

1 stop16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

20:00-1:50

1 stop28h 50m

R14 216

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa

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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa (average of R12 588). Flying from Istanbul to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 634). 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?

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.

How often are flights from Istanbul to South Africa delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Istanbul and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 254 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Istanbul to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 480 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 029 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
447 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul to South Africa?

    Departing from Istanbul to South Africa will take you 13h 10m. Istanbul and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7490 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    R3 166 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on South African and Egyptair, with prices starting from R5 757 and R6 159, 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: Thai Airways (97%), South African (92%), IndiGo( 92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R23 568 for a flight from Istanbul to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R5 757 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R12 685.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to South Africa (average of R12 588). Flying from Istanbul to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 634). 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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Alternative routes for Istanbul to South Africa

Istanbul to OR Tambo flights
Sabiha Gokcen to OR Tambo flights
Ankara to Cape Town flights

Top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to South Africa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 063AverageR16 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 200AverageR11 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 613AverageR11 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 861AverageR11 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 839AverageR13 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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