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Cheap flights from South Africa to Turkey from R5 284

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
mai 28 — jun 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 abril 2026.

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Find 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 28 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 991

One-way from

R5 284

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 418

Good round-trip deal

R12 184 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 802 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 9/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 615 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 536 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 28 abril 2026.
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Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

sex 15/5

19:30-15:30

1 stop19h 00m

Istanbul

ter 19/5

17:00-13:10

1 stop21h 10m

R10 831

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

seg 15/6

19:30-11:55

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul

sáb 1/8

13:45-17:30

1 stop28h 45m

R11 574

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

sex 8/5

18:30-15:30

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

sáb 16/5

11:10-10:40

2 stops24h 30m

R11 706

Cape TownBodrum

CPT - BJV

CPTBJV

Cape Town Intl

sex 19/6

13:15-12:10

1 stop21h 55m

Milas–Bodrum

seg 22/6

13:15-10:15

1 stop22h 00m

R11 805

Cape TownBodrum

CPT - BJV

CPTBJV

Cape Town Intl

dom 7/6

19:30-13:55

1 stop17h 25m

Milas–Bodrum

dom 14/6

8:10-13:10

2 stops30h 00m

R12 284

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

sex 23/10

20:00-1:50

1 stop28h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

ter 27/10

14:20-16:45

1 stop27h 25m

R12 548

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

ter 2/6

12:00-7:20

2 stops18h 20m

Istanbul

sex 5/6

11:10-16:20

2 stops30h 10m

R12 565

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

qui 22/10

13:15-1:50

1 stop35h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

qua 11/11

3:05-11:40

1 stop33h 35m

R12 581

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

ter 4/8

20:00-17:55

1 stop20h 55m

Istanbul

seg 31/8

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R13 044

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

sex 8/5

18:40-14:25

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul

sáb 16/5

23:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

R13 258

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Turkey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Turkey from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Turkey is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Turkey (average of R9 147). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 763). 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 28 abril 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Turkey, 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 South Africa to Turkey delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between South Africa and Turkey have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 28 abril 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Turkey, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 341 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 435 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 19h. Fly via Qatar Airways, Emirates, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Turkey is about 8425 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 730. Users have also found prices from R4 495 and R4 976 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Turkey (average of R9 147). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 763). 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 28 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR5 848AverageR12 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 496AverageR13 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 842AverageR11 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 866AverageR10 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 672AverageR8 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 840AverageR9 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 450AverageR10 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR11 185AverageR14 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 269AverageR16 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 823AverageR13 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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