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R5 075+ Cheap flights to Turkey

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Turkey in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Turkey
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Turkey. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 marzo 2026.

lun. 30/322:25
JNB
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IST
1 stop25h 15m
Air Algerie
lun. 13/420:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R8 154
mié. 1/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 50m
Air Algerie
mar. 7/45:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R8 171
lun. 6/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 55m
Air Algerie
lun. 13/420:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R8 188
sáb. 23/522:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 15m
Air Algerie
sáb. 30/51:40
IST
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 23/3R8 222
lun. 30/320:40
JNB
-
IST
1 stop30h 05m
Air Algerie
mar. 7/45:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 24/3R8 256
lun. 30/322:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 55m
Air Algerie
vie. 10/416:25
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/3R8 307

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Find the latest flights to Turkey in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 26 marzo 2026.

Return from

R8 171

One-way from

R5 075

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 117
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 6/4-13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Turkey
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R150 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R156 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 17/6

20:45-0:40

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

dom. 21/6

5:00-11:15

2 stops31h 15m

R8 730

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 17/6

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

dom. 21/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 998

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 17/6

20:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dom. 21/6

13:35-9:00

1 stop20h 25m

R10 404

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 1/5

13:30-1:50

1 stop35h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 6/5

14:05-5:30

1 stop16h 25m

R11 606

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 1/5

10:05-13:05

1 stop26h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

sáb. 9/5

14:05-5:30

1 stop16h 25m

R11 673

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 7/5

19:10-17:25

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul

jue. 14/5

23:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

R11 690

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/5

22:20-21:35

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

mar. 12/5

2:10-16:15

1 stop15h 05m

R11 809

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 21/6

9:25-12:10

3 stops25h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dom. 28/6

13:35-15:20

1 stop26h 45m

R12 367

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/6

18:00-17:05

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dom. 14/6

14:40-21:20

1 stop31h 40m

R12 722

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 18/5

23:15-21:00

1 stop20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

lun. 1/6

14:40-11:05

2 stops45h 25m

R13 382

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Turkey

How long is the flight to Turkey?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Turkey takes 13 hours 41 minutes. Flights to Turkey from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Turkey?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Turkey are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R8 146
Emirates
Emirates
From R6 656
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 177
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 608

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Turkey?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Turkey are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Air Algerie.

Rainfall in Turkey by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Turkey ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Turkey when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Turkey by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Turkey, 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 places to fly to in Turkey?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Turkey in the last few years. This data was updated on 26 marzo 2026.
The most popular places in Turkey to fly to are Istanbul, Antalya, Izmir, Kayseri and Bodrum.

Reviews of airlines servicing Turkey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Turkey. 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 Turkey. Reviews last updated 26 marzo 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Turkey to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 281 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 430 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
981 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

FAQs about flying to Turkey

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Turkey if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Turkey on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Turkey?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Turkey.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Turkey?

    Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Turkey. One-way flights to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt typically cost R463, while return flights cost around R773.

  • How much is a return flight to Turkey?

    A return flight to Turkey will typically cost around R13 227, however they can be found for as little as R1 797.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Turkey depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Turkey, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Istanbul have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ambassador Spa & Beauty Airport Lounge is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

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