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 40m and 11h, 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 Ankara.

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Flights to Istanbul Airport

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Turkish Airlines

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12:25 - 12:10

DUR

SAW

22h 45m2 stops

13:40 - 10:55

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DUR

22h 15m2 stops

R8 437Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

11:55 - 14:20

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25h 25m2 stops

15:30 - 10:25

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R8 813Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

14:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

20h 25m1 stop

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R8 846Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 10

9:50 - 13:05

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IST

26h 15m1 stop

14:10 - 8:20

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19h 10m1 stop

R9 091Etihad Airways

Thu, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 14

23:59 - 17:25

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SAW

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R9 745KLM

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R9 761KLM

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IST

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R10 121Emirates

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18:25 - 21:35

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R10 170Emirates

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

19:05 - 11:35

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BJV

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R16 792Turkish Airlines

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19:05 - 16:20

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18h 45m1 stop

R16 808Turkish Airlines

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DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/2

12:25-12:10

2 stops22h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/2

13:40-10:55

2 stops22h 15m

R8 437

DurbanIstanbul

DUR - SAW

DURSAW

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 16/4

11:55-14:20

2 stops25h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 20/4

15:30-10:25

2 stops19h 55m

R8 813

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 10/4

13:35-9:00

1 stop20h 25m

R8 846

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 091

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-17:25

1 stop16h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 25/1

9:00-22:05

1 stop38h 05m

R9 745

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-17:25

1 stop16h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 25/1

9:00-22:05

1 stop38h 05m

R9 761

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

13:40-14:25

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

16:25-11:40

1 stop20h 15m

R10 121

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

18:25-21:35

1 stop26h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 3/5

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R10 170

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-11:35

1 stop15h 30m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

9:40-10:50

1 stop26h 10m

R16 792

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

17:05-10:50

1 stop18h 45m

R16 808

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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 R690, R916, and R1 072 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 545
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 437
Fastest flight time	14h 40m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 545 (Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 R8 437 (Durban King Shaka Intl 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 582 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R6 154, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R84 888 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R21 504 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.