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 55m and 11h, respectively.

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Flights to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways

Feb 9

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

SAW

Feb 16

SAW

15h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R9 160

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Qatar Airways

Feb 5

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

SAW

Feb 12

SAW

15h 15m

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JNB

R9 194

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Qatar Airways

Apr 16

DUR

25h 25m

2 stops

SAW

Apr 20

SAW

19h 55m

2 stops

DUR

R9 244

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Qatar Airways

Apr 9

JNB

20h 25m

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SAW

Apr 16

SAW

18h 20m

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JNB

R9 260

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Qatar Airways

May 1

JNB

25h 25m

1 stop

SAW

May 15

SAW

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R9 277

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Qatar Airways

Apr 16

DUR

25h 25m

2 stops

SAW

Apr 20

SAW

19h 55m

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DUR

R9 277

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Qatar Airways

Apr 22

JNB

25h 25m

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SAW

Apr 27

SAW

26h 45m

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JNB

R9 294

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Qatar Airways

Jun 5

JNB

25h 25m

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SAW

Jun 15

SAW

20h 25m

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JNB

R9 310

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Qatar Airways

Feb 21

JNB

21h 25m

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SAW

Feb 28

SAW

15h 15m

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JNB

R9 377

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 4

JNB

13h 30m

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IST

Feb 10

IST

14h 00m

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JNB

R9 394

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Qatar Airways

Apr 25

DUR

25h 25m

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SAW

May 2

SAW

19h 55m

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R9 493

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Qatar Airways

Apr 25

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25h 25m

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SAW

May 2

SAW

19h 55m

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DUR

R9 510

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Emirates

Jun 12

CPT

24h 25m

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BJV

Jun 16

BJV

20h 50m

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CPT

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Emirates

Jun 12

JNB

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BJV

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Emirates

Jun 12

CPT

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BJV

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Jun 16

BJV

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

25h 00m

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Feb 17

BJV

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

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Feb 17

BJV

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Feb 13

JNB

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Feb 17

BJV

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

19h 35m

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Feb 17

BJV

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 13

JNB

13h 00m

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DLM

Mar 17

DLM

26h 00m

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 13

JNB

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DLM

Mar 17

DLM

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 5

CPT

28h 20m

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DLM

Jun 9

DLM

22h 15m

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CPT

R18 071

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 13

JNB

34h 25m

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DLM

Mar 17

DLM

14h 00m

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R18 138

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 13

JNB

50h 05m

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DLM

Mar 17

DLM

18h 45m

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 13

JNB

19h 00m

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DLM

Jun 17

DLM

15h 50m

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 5

CPT

26h 30m

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DLM

14h 10m

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13:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

21h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 3:55

SAW

JNB

15h 15m1 stop

R9 160Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

13:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

21h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 3:55

SAW

JNB

15h 15m1 stop

R9 194Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

11:55 - 14:20

DUR

SAW

25h 25m2 stops

15:30 - 10:25

SAW

DUR

19h 55m2 stops

R9 244Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

14:45 - 12:10

JNB

SAW

20h 25m1 stop

15:30 - 8:50

SAW

JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R9 260Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 16

14:30 - 5:00

JNB

IST

13h 30m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05

IST

JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R9 394Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10

8:20 - 21:20

JNB

IST

12h 00m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05

IST

JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R9 527Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 27

18:30 - 14:25

CPT

IST

18h 55m1 stop

20:05 - 11:40

IST

CPT

16h 35m1 stop

R10 276Emirates

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

13:15 - 14:25

CPT

IST

24h 10m1 stop

16:25 - 11:30

IST

CPT

20h 05m1 stop

R10 609Emirates

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

19:05 - 21:05

JNB

BJV

25h 00m1 stop

12:20 - 10:50

BJV

JNB

23h 30m1 stop

R17 055Turkish Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

19:05 - 11:35

JNB

BJV

15h 30m1 stop

17:05 - 10:50

BJV

JNB

18h 45m1 stop

R17 088Turkish Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 16/2

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R9 160

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

13:45-12:10

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/2

13:40-3:55

1 stop15h 15m

R9 194

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

R9 244

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 16/4

15:30-8:50

1 stop18h 20m

R9 260

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-5:00

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R9 394

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 527

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

18:30-14:25

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

20:05-11:40

1 stop16h 35m

R10 276

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

13:15-14:25

1 stop24h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 25/4

16:25-11:30

1 stop20h 05m

R10 609

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-21:05

1 stop25h 00m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

12:20-10:50

1 stop23h 30m

R17 055

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-11:35

1 stop15h 30m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

17:05-10:50

1 stop18h 45m

R17 088

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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 R703, R933, and R1 117 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 713
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 160
Fastest flight time	21h 35m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 713 (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 160 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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The fastest flight to Turkey from South Africa takes 21h 35m (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 51% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

58% 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 R28 550 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R6 184, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R86 471 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R24 605 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.