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Cheap flights from South Africa to Turkey from R4 982

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Apr 16 — Apr 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals 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 17 March 2026.

Mon 11/522:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 55m
Air Algerie
Mon 25/520:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/3R8 102
Wed 1/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 50m
Air Algerie
Mon 6/420:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/3R8 152
Wed 25/322:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 10m
Air Algerie
Tue 31/35:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/3R8 236
Mon 27/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop28h 20m
Air Algerie
Mon 4/520:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/3R8 270
Sat 11/422:25
JNB
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IST
1 stop28h 20m
Air Algerie
Sun 19/45:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/3R8 286
Sat 11/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 50m
Air Algerie
Fri 17/416:25
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/3R8 320
Sat 13/622:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop28h 20m
Air Algerie
Mon 29/620:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/3R8 337
Wed 15/722:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 20/720:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/3R8 370
Wed 18/322:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 45m
Air Algerie
Tue 31/35:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/3R8 387
Mon 13/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 55m
Air Algerie
Sat 18/41:40
IST
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/3R8 404
Wed 8/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop28h 20m
Air Algerie
Mon 22/620:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/3R8 437
Wed 25/322:30
JNB
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IST
1 stop25h 10m
Air Algerie
Tue 7/45:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Deal found 15/3R8 488

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 102

One-way from

R4 982

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 031

Good round-trip deal

R11 017 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 091 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 11/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • South Africa to Turkey
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 499 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 600 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 17 March 2026.
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

22:25-0:40

1 stop25h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 17/5

5:00-6:25

1 stop26h 25m

R8 236

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

22:25-0:40

1 stop25h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 27/6

16:45-6:25

1 stop38h 40m

R8 689

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

22:25-15:15

1 stop15h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 26/6

16:25-6:25

1 stop15h 00m

R8 689

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 25/6

13:35-4:00

1 stop15h 25m

R10 148

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

13:00-18:35

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

20:05-11:30

1 stop16h 25m

R10 819

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 30/4

12:05-11:15

2 stops22h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

13:45-10:35

2 stops21h 50m

R10 836

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

12:05-18:35

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 9/4

20:05-10:35

2 stops15h 30m

R11 004

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 21/4

13:35-8:50

1 stop20h 15m

R11 155

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

13:15-1:50

1 stop35h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 12/6

14:05-11:30

1 stop22h 25m

R11 373

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

20:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 19/4

13:35-8:50

1 stop20h 15m

R11 406

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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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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 592). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 924). 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 17 March 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Turkey

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Turkey. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 March 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to TR0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 137 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 17 March 2026.
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
3 543 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 426 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 258 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
972 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 20h 25m. Fly via Air Algerie, Qatar Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Turkey is about 7450 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 789. Users have also found prices from R4 491 and R5 229 on Qatar Airways 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 592). Flying from South Africa to Turkey in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 924). 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR5 941AverageR12 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 600AverageR13 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 707AverageR9 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 813AverageR8 095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 077AverageR10 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 964AverageR11 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 417AverageR12 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 610AverageR11 329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 946AverageR16 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 363AverageR14 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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