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Cheap flights from South Africa to Turkey from R4 349

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Nov 21 — Nov 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Turkey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Turkey flight deals. Data was last updated 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 564

One-way from

R4 349

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 037

Good round-trip deal

R11 896 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 710 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/2-19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 05m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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10/11
  • 10/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 35m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R10 317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 133 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Turkey.
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Turkey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Turkey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2025.

Tue 21/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 28/107:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/10R9 512
Thu 13/118:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/117:35IST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R9 633
Thu 6/119:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/1114:00IST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/10R9 772
Tue 21/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 29/1014:00IST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/10R9 789
Sat 6/1213:45JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 13/1213:40SAW - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R9 824
Thu 6/118:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/110:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R9 910
Tue 21/1013:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 28/1013:40SAW - JNB
1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/10R10 032
Mon 10/1114:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/120:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R10 049
Mon 1/1220:20JNB - IST
1 stop15h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1213:50IST - JNB
1 stop19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/10R10 066
Mon 10/1114:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/110:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R10 101
Mon 10/119:50JNB - IST
1 stop31h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 14/117:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10R10 118
Sun 26/1023:59JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 21mKLM
Tue 18/1112:55SAW - JNB
1 stop34h 10mKLM
Deal found 21/10R10 257

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Turkey 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 22 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Turkey that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Turkey

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

23:59-21:20

1 stop20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/3

12:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R10 257

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-17:25

1 stop16h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

12:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R10 274

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

4:50-12:10

1 stop32h 20m

R10 621

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

23:59-21:20

1 stop20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 26/11

12:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

R10 811

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

13:40-21:55

1 stop31h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

23:40-11:40

1 stop37h 00m

R10 829

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

23:59-21:20

1 stop20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 24/11

9:00-12:10

2 stops28h 10m

R10 829

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-21:20

1 stop20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 19/11

12:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

R10 829

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

14:30-5:00

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R10 846

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

12:30-16:20

2 stops26h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 25/11

10:25-6:45

1 stop21h 20m

R10 863

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

17:55-12:10

2 stops19h 15m

R10 915

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Turkey

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Turkey

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Turkey (average of R6 809). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 564). 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 ZA to TR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Turkey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Turkey is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Turkey. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 22 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Turkey, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 282 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 022 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
877 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Turkey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Turkey in 13h 30m. Fly via KLM, Emirates, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Turkey is about 7490 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 973. Users have also found prices from R7 935 and R8 455 on Turkish Airlines and Emirates, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Turkey (average of R6 809). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 564). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Turkey

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Turkey. 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 22 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 960AverageR10 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 044AverageR11 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 320AverageR12 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 370AverageR11 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 532AverageR13 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 894AverageR13 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 941AverageR12 618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 972AverageR11 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 886AverageR16 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR11 224AverageR14 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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