Cheap flights from South Africa to Istanbul from R4 600

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12:45 - 12:20
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R8 670Qatar Airways
Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13
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R8 702Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26
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R8 782Qatar Airways
Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27
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R8 799Qatar Airways
Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27
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20:30 - 12:20
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13:50 - 3:55
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R8 879Qatar Airways
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 11
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12:45 - 18:40
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R8 895Qatar Airways
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25
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9:50 - 12:55
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14:00 - 8:20
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R9 055Etihad Airways
Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18
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R10 449Emirates
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
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Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15
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R11 619Emirates
Fri, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 16

Emirates flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Emirates
Feb 9
JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 30m
1 stop
IST21:55Istanbul
Feb 12
IST16:25Istanbul
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 776
Emirates
May 10
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
22h 30m
1 stop
IST17:55Istanbul
May 21
IST16:25Istanbul
25h 15m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
R10 000
Emirates
Feb 9
DUR19:10Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
IST21:55Istanbul
Feb 16
IST23:40Istanbul
18h 30m
1 stop
DUR17:10Durban King Shaka Intl
R10 193

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Mar 6
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m
1 stop
IST12:20Istanbul
Mar 13
IST13:50Istanbul
15h 05m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R8 670
Qatar Airways
Feb 13
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m
1 stop
IST12:20Istanbul
Feb 16
IST20:10Istanbul
20h 25m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R8 686
Qatar Airways
Feb 19
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m
1 stop
IST12:20Istanbul
Feb 26
IST13:50Istanbul
15h 05m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R8 702

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport 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, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 8 February 2026.
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

12:45-12:20

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R8 670

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

12:45-12:20

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R8 702

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-12:20

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R8 782

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-12:20

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

13:50-8:40

1 stop19h 50m

R8 798

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

20:30-12:20

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R8 879

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

12:45-18:40

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

13:50-15:35

1 stop26h 45m

R8 895

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 18/3

14:00-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R9 055

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

18:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

16:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R10 449

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

18:40-1:10

1 stop29h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

2:10-16:35

1 stop15h 25m

R11 507

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - IST

DURIST

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

18:40-1:10

1 stop29h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

19:35-16:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 619

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Istanbul Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from South Africa, with most prices found around R9 151. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R9 247.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R11 767. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Istanbul Airport for around R13 158.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul Airport is in the evening. Flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport during this time can be as low as R12 046. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R12 468 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from South Africa in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around R10 210 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from South Africa for as low as R9 776 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Istanbul 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 South Africa to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Istanbul Airport flight.

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Best price found

R5 644

Fastest flight time

9h 40m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 644. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 497.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 40m
Direct flights go from South Africa to Istanbul Airport every day.
  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Istanbul Airport?

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Istanbul Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Air AlgeriePriceFrom R7 478Free CancellationRating
6,8
33 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R7 794Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 773 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R8 261Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 729 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R8 497Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 450 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R8 650Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 387 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R8 901Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 509 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R9 001Free CancellationRating
7,2
958 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom R9 185Free CancellationRating
6,6
406 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R9 935Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 207 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R10 857Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 531 reviews
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Yes. All flights to Istanbul from South Africa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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