Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Istanbul Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 616, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in August, then you should wait until May to fly from Istanbul Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 504.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R11 482 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Istanbul Airport for as low as R8 784 on momondo.

Question 3

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Flying to South Africa from Istanbul Airport at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R9 972 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R14 267.

Question 4

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to South Africa on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and South Africa is 5 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 2:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Istanbul Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was R13 340. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Istanbul Airport to South Africa on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around R17 020. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

What is the cheapest Istanbul to South Africa flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Istanbul - South Africa flight prices

Question 9

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Istanbul Airport to South Africa flight.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to South Africa

Question 12

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Istanbul Airport according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 13

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to South Africa on average per week?

Accepted Answer

39 flights are operational weekly from Istanbul Airport to South Africa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 14

How often are flights from Istanbul to South Africa delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between Istanbul and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 301 minutes.

Question 15

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to South Africa were last updated today.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Istanbul Airport to South Africa is 6 as of December 2025.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to South Africa.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest Istanbul to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Istanbul - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to South Africa flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Istanbul Airport to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to South Africa?

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Istanbul to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between Istanbul and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 301 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to South Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and South Africa is 5 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 2:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to South Africa on average per week?

39 flights are operational weekly from Istanbul Airport to South Africa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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