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 Ankara.

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 45m and 15h 25m, respectively.

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Flights to Istanbul Airport

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Qatar Airways

Jan 22

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IST

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IST

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IST

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Qatar Airways

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IST

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Qatar Airways

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21h 10m

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IST

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IST

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Qatar Airways

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IST

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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IST

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Etihad Airways

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26h 15m

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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IST

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Qatar Airways

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21h 10m

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IST

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IST

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Flights to Bodrum

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 24

CPT

24h 05m

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BJV

Mar 3

BJV

28h 50m

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 9

CPT

20h 20m

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Turkish Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 9

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Turkish Airlines

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JNB

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Qatar Airways

Jul 4

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 24

CPT

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Mar 3

BJV

38h 10m

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Flights to Dalaman

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 13

JNB

25h 00m

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DLM

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DLM

14h 00m

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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12:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

22h 25m1 stop

13:35 - 9:00

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JNB

20h 25m1 stop

R8 895Qatar Airways

Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 6

13:45 - 7:00

JNB

IST

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20:10 - 3:55

IST

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R8 911Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4

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SAW

21h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 3:55

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R8 961Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 14

9:50 - 13:05

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IST

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IST

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R9 455Etihad Airways

Sat, Apr 25 - Thu, May 7

13:40 - 14:25

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IST

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IST

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R10 163Emirates

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

18:30 - 18:30

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IST

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R10 410Emirates

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

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R10 476Ethiopian Air

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R10 905Ethiopian Air

Fri, Apr 17 - Tue, Apr 28

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R16 884Turkish Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Tue, Mar 17

9:40 - 21:05

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DLM

34h 25m2 stops

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14h 00m1 stop

R17 378Turkish Airlines

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

12:45-12:10

1 stop22h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 6/4

13:35-9:00

1 stop20h 25m

R8 895

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-7:00

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

20:10-3:55

1 stop32h 45m

R8 911

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R8 961

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 7/5

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 455

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

13:40-14:25

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 6/3

20:05-16:45

1 stop21h 40m

R10 163

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

18:30-18:30

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

16:25-16:45

1 stop25h 20m

R10 410

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

13:50-4:45

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

0:10-13:00

1 stop13h 50m

R10 476

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

13:50-4:45

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

0:10-13:00

1 stop13h 50m

R10 905

JohannesburgDalaman

JNB - DLM

JNBDLM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:05-21:05

1 stop25h 00m

Dalaman

Tue 17/3

21:50-10:50

1 stop14h 00m

R16 884

JohannesburgDalaman

JNB - DLM

JNBDLM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:40-21:05

2 stops34h 25m

Dalaman

Tue 17/3

21:50-10:50

1 stop14h 00m

R17 378

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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 R695, R922, and R1 080 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 596
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 895
Fastest flight time	14h 40m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 596 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul).

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The best round-trip flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 895 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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The fastest flight to Turkey from South Africa takes 14h 40m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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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 52% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

60% 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 R26 182 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R5 916, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R85 520 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R21 548 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 Wednesday, 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 January 2026.

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.