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 (84%) 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 55m and 10h 55m, respectively.

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Flights to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways

Feb 2

JNB

21h 25m

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27h 20m

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Etihad Airways

Feb 2

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IST

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IST

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 15

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12h 00m

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IST

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IST

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Etihad Airways

Feb 2

JNB

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IST

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IST

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Qatar Airways

May 1

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Qatar Airways

Mar 16

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IST

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Ethiopian Air

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Qatar Airways

Feb 19

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IST

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19h 50m

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Flights to Bodrum

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 23

JNB

15h 30m

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BJV

23h 30m

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 23

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Jan 27

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Jan 27

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BJV

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BJV

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Jan 27

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Flights to Dalaman

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 26

CPT

26h 50m

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Jan 30

DLM

27h 00m

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Jan 26

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Jan 30

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Jan 20

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Jan 20

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Jan 26

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DLM

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Jan 26

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Jan 20

JNB

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DLM

14h 00m

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Jan 20

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31h 45m

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13:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

21h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 16:00

SAW

JNB

27h 20m1 stop

R9 314Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10

13:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

21h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 16:00

SAW

JNB

27h 20m1 stop

R9 331Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10

9:50 - 12:55

JNB

IST

26h 05m1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

IST

JNB

19h 20m1 stop

R9 449Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10

8:20 - 21:20

JNB

IST

12h 00m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05

IST

JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R9 601Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 27

9:50 - 12:55

JNB

IST

26h 05m1 stop

14:00 - 8:20

IST

JNB

19h 20m1 stop

R9 618Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10

8:20 - 21:20

JNB

IST

12h 00m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05

IST

JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R9 821Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Feb 3

13:40 - 18:30

CPT

IST

27h 50m1 stop

20:05 - 11:40

IST

CPT

16h 35m1 stop

R10 176Emirates

Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22

18:30 - 14:25

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IST

18h 55m1 stop

23:40 - 16:45

IST

CPT

18h 05m1 stop

R10 226Emirates

Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 4

19:05 - 11:35

JNB

BJV

15h 30m1 stop

12:20 - 10:50

BJV

JNB

23h 30m1 stop

R17 207Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

19:05 - 16:20

JNB

BJV

20h 15m1 stop

12:20 - 10:50

BJV

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23h 30m1 stop

R17 326Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/2

13:40-16:00

1 stop27h 20m

R9 314

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/2

13:40-16:00

1 stop27h 20m

R9 331

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

14:00-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R9 449

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R9 601

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

14:00-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R9 618

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 3/2

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R9 821

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/1

13:40-18:30

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 22/1

20:05-11:40

1 stop16h 35m

R10 176

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

18:30-14:25

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

23:40-16:45

1 stop18h 05m

R10 226

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:05-11:35

1 stop15h 30m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 27/1

12:20-10:50

1 stop23h 30m

R17 207

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 27/1

12:20-10:50

1 stop23h 30m

R17 326

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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 R713, R947, and R1 141 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 172
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 314
Fastest flight time	14h 40m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 172 (Cape Town Intl to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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The best round-trip flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 314 (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 51% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

59% 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 R30 178 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R6 373, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R87 758 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R25 893 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 December 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.