How long is the flight from South Africa to Turkey?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Turkey, then you can expect flight times to average 9h 55m and 11h 20m, respectively.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Turkey?

Turkey is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (83%) visit Istanbul more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Turkey include Antalya and Kayseri.

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Flights to Istanbul

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Etihad Airways

Jan 16

JNB

26h 05m

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IST

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SAW

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Jan 29

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IST

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Jan 12

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IST

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IST

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Jan 13

JNB

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Jan 29

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IST

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May 20

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Feb 17

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IST

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KLM

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KLM

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Feb 4

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

15h 30m

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Feb 17

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26h 10m

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Feb 13

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Dec 20

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Dec 27

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Dec 20

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Dec 20

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Dec 20

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Dec 20

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Flights to Dalaman

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 26

CPT

26h 55m

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DLM

Feb 2

DLM

44h 25m

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Jan 26

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14h 50m

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DLM

Feb 2

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Jan 26

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Mar 5

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Mar 9

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Mar 5

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Mar 5

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Jan 26

CPT

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May 4

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Mar 5

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Mar 5

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20:30 - 12:10JNB-SAW

14h 40m1 stop

13:40 - 8:40SAW-JNB

20h 00m1 stop

R9 757Qatar Airways

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Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4

8:20 - 21:20JNB-IST

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11:35 - 3:55IST-JNB

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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14

23:59 - 21:20JNB-SAW

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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14

18:30 - 21:55CPT-IST

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Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

13:40 - 21:55CPT-IST

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20:05 - 11:40IST-CPT

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Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 29

13:50 - 5:00CPT-IST

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23:55 - 13:00IST-CPT

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13:50 - 5:00CPT-IST

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Sun, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 16

17:15 - 9:05CPT-DLM

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21:50 - 11:50DLM-CPT

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17:15 - 21:05CPT-DLM

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

20:30-12:10

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/2

13:40-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

R9 757

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

11:35-3:55

2 stops17h 20m

R9 808

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-17:25

1 stop16h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

12:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R10 152

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-21:20

1 stop20h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

12:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R10 170

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

18:30-21:55

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 6/2

16:25-11:40

1 stop20h 15m

R10 789

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

13:40-21:55

1 stop31h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

20:05-11:40

1 stop16h 35m

R10 875

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

13:50-5:00

1 stop14h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 16/3

23:55-13:00

1 stop14h 05m

R11 271

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

13:50-5:00

1 stop14h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 16/3

23:55-13:00

1 stop14h 05m

R11 305

Cape TownDalaman

CPT - DLM

CPTDLM

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

17:15-9:05

1 stop14h 50m

Dalaman

Mon 2/2

21:50-11:50

1 stop15h 00m

R16 880

Cape TownDalaman

CPT - DLM

CPTDLM

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

17:15-21:05

1 stop26h 50m

Dalaman

Mon 2/2

17:05-14:35

2 stops22h 30m

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Turkey flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Turkey?

If you are looking to fly to Turkey for less, look to airlines like Ajet, Pegasus Airlines, and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting at R726, R964, and R1 236 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 543
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 653
Fastest flight time	11h 50m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 543 (Cape Town Intl to Istanbul).

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The best round-trip flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 653 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul).

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The fastest flight to Turkey from South Africa takes 11h 50m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Turkey

What popular landmarks are in Turkey?

While there are more than just a few landmarks in Turkey, most momondo users find Sultan Ahmet Camii, Taksim Square, Sakarya Ataturk Stadium, and Ayasofya to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

Which airlines fly to Turkey?

You can find flights to Turkey from 11 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Qatar Airways, Emirates or Turkish Airlines as these are the most popular among our users. Qatar Airways is the most favoured with 50% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Turkey to fly to?

61% of our momondo users travelling to Turkey in the past year chose to fly into Istanbul in the past year, making it the most popular airport in Turkey. The Istanbul airport serves the city of Istanbul.

How much are flights to Turkey?

You can expect to spend an average of R29 972 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R6 495, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R89 337 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R25 725 or less is considered a good deal.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Turkey?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to Turkey, then be sure to book your departure on a Tuesday. Flying out on a Tuesday, as well as a Thursday, is your best option. Departing on a Saturday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to Turkey.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Turkey?

Prices for flights to Turkey refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Turkey?

There are 17 operators available for flights to Turkey as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Turkey?

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 to Turkey.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Turkey?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Turkey trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Turkey?

Finding the right flight to Turkey is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Turkey quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Turkey with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Turkey on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Turkey?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Turkey, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Turkey right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Turkey, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Turkey and alert you when they change.