What is the cheapest month to fly to Turkey?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Turkey is currently January ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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 R461, while return flights cost around R1 010.

How much is a return flight to Turkey?

A return flight to Turkey will typically cost around R836, however they can be found for as little as R122.

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 45 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. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

R5 047+ Flights to Turkey

Flights to Turkey in 2025

Return from	R9 457
One-way from	R5 047
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R11 564

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Johannesburg to Istanbul

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Turkey. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 August 2025.

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Wed 8/1014:10IST - JNB

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Deal found 9/8R9 634

Mon 1/1213:45JNB - SAW

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Deal found 8/8R9 758

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Tue 16/920:05SAW - JNB

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Deal found 10/8R9 811

Thu 4/99:50JNB - IST

1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways

Thu 18/97:30IST - JNB

1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/8R9 846

Best flights to Turkey
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Turkey that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 August 2025.

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1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways

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1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/8R9 634

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Deal found 9/8R9 935

Wed 10/923:15JNB - SAW

1 stop16h 55mKLM

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1 stop33h 40mKLM

Deal found 8/8R10 130

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Deal found 10/8R11 334

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Deal found 9/8R16 487

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1 stop13h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 8/8R17 550

Direct flights to Turkey
Explore direct flight options to Turkey based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 August 2025.

Thu 25/1219:10JNB - IST

Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines

Tue 30/122:05IST - JNB

Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 8/8R14 185

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

20:25-18:45

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 14/9

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

R9 457

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 16/9

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

R9 581

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 8/10

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 634

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 8/12

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R9 758

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 16/9

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

R9 811

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 846

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/11

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R9 882

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 29/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 917

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 935

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 952

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Best time to book a flight to Turkey

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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 19 hours 32 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Turkey?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Turkey should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Turkey

The most flights from Johannesburg to Turkey are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Turkey?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Turkey are Lufthansa, KLM and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Turkey 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

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?

The most popular places in Turkey to fly to are Istanbul, Antalya and Bodrum.

Reviews of airlines servicing Turkey

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM, andSWISS 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

3 309 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 380 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

SWISS

7,6

Good

1 694 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

RwandAir

7,5

Good

33 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 606 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 309 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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 R461, while return flights cost around R1 010.
How much is a return flight to Turkey?
A return flight to Turkey will typically cost around R836, however they can be found for as little as R122.
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 45 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. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Turkey?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Turkey. Price data was last updated on 1 September 2024.

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Rainfall in Turkey by month

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Temperature in Turkey by month

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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 10 August 2025.

The most popular places in Turkey to fly to are Istanbul, Antalya and Bodrum.

Reviews of airlines servicing Turkey

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM, andSWISS to Turkey to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Turkey

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

What is the best airline to fly to Turkey?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Turkey?

How much is a return flight to Turkey?

Where does the fastest flight to Turkey depart from?

Does Istanbul have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

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