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

Qatar Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

The flight from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport), then the flight time is 9h 45m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Istanbul Airport, then the average flight time is 10h 55m.

Which airlines fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport as of November 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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13:15 - 12:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:35 - 10:15SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 513Qatar Airways

Sat, May 1 - Tue, May 11

13:15 - 12:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:35 - 10:15SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 529Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 27 - Wed, May 5

23:59 - 0:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

23h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

9:00 - 22:00SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R10 579KLM

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30

23:15 - 17:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

12:45 - 21:20SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R10 579KLM

Sat, May 1 - Fri, May 14

23:59 - 21:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

20h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

9:00 - 22:00SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R10 596KLM

Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28

13:15 - 12:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:35 - 17:20SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 662Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 26

14:30 - 15:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo

13:15 - 13:30SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 15m2 stops Cairo Addis Ababa Bole

R11 076Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

14:30 - 15:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

23h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo

16:05 - 13:30SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m2 stops Cairo Addis Ababa Bole

R11 291Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13

13:40 - 2:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

35h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 16:45SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R11 937Emirates

Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28

18:30 - 13:20CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

17h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

3:10 - 11:35SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 119Emirates

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Feb 5

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9:55 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

30h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

12:55 - 9:45SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 596KLM

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

23:59 - 21:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

20h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

15:55 - 22:00SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R10 645KLM

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

23:59 - 17:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

16h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

9:00 - 11:25SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R10 695KLM

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

8:30 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

32h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

15:55 - 5:45SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R10 745KLM

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

21:45 - 17:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

18h 50m1 stop Cairo

21:15 - 7:10SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Cairo

R12 251Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 2

21:45 - 22:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

23h 15m2 stops Cairo Ankara Esenboga

21:15 - 7:10SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Cairo

R12 284Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 2

13:40 - 13:20CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

22h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 18:00SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 516Emirates

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

18:30 - 13:20CPT Cape Town Intl-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

17h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

3:10 - 11:35SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 533Emirates

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

13:25 - 13:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

22h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

3:10 - 20:30SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 549Emirates

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

21:45 - 17:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

18h 50m1 stop Cairo

21:15 - 7:10SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Cairo

R12 913Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 25

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

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Emirates

Nov 23

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

35h 30m

1 stop

SAW2:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Nov 28

SAW14:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

R11 937

Emirates

Jan 23

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

SAW13:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Feb 5

SAW3:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:35Cape Town Intl

R12 119

Emirates

Jan 13

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m

1 stop

SAW2:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Jan 20

SAW14:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

21h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 268

KLM flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

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KLM

Nov 24

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 21m

1 stop

SAW0:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Nov 30

SAW9:00Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 00m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 579

KLM

Nov 24

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 26m

1 stop

SAW21:25Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Nov 28

SAW9:00Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 00m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 596

KLM

Dec 21

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

SAW17:30Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Jan 18

SAW12:55Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

45h 50m

2 stops

CPT9:45Cape Town Intl

R10 612

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R10 513

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13:15-12:10

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1 stop21h 40m

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1 stop23h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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9:00-22:00

1 stop38h 00m

R10 579

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Sat 1/5

23:15-17:00

1 stop16h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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12:45-21:20

1 stop33h 35m

R10 579

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Tue 24/11

23:59-21:25

1 stop20h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 28/11

9:00-22:00

1 stop38h 00m

R10 596

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT Cape Town Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/4

13:15-12:10

1 stop21h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 26/4

13:35-17:20

1 stop28h 45m

R10 662

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

14:30-15:10

2 stops23h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 31/12

13:15-13:30

2 stops25h 15m

R11 076

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

14:30-15:05

2 stops23h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/12

16:05-13:30

2 stops22h 25m

R11 291

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT Cape Town Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

13:40-2:10

1 stop35h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 28/11

14:20-16:45

1 stop27h 25m

R11 937

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT Cape Town Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/1

18:30-13:20

1 stop17h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/2

3:10-11:35

1 stop33h 25m

R12 119

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R8 990. If you’re not able to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport during February average around R9 404.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport for around R10 807 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport from South Africa for as low as R9 503 on momondo.

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Best price found	R5 877
Fastest flight time	16h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 877. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 513.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport takes 16h 35m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 697 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 161	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 599 reviews	Search KLM flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 415	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 698 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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