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 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 (82%) visit Istanbul more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Turkey include Antalya and Ankara.

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Qatar Airways

Sept 16

JNB

21h 15m

1 stop

SAW

Sept 25

SAW

14h 30m

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JNB

27h 50m

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SAW

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JNB

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SAW

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JNB

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Oct 16

CPT

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Nov 2

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IST

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Qatar Airways

Oct 12

CPT

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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Turkey

13:55 - 12:10JNB-SAW

21h 15m1 stop

20:05 - 9:35SAW-JNB

14h 30m1 stop

R9 105Qatar Airways

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Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 25

13:55 - 18:45JNB-SAW

27h 50m1 stop

13:35 - 16:10SAW-JNB

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Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 18

9:50 - 13:05JNB-IST

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7:30 - 8:20IST-JNB

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R9 755Etihad Airways

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Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 18

9:50 - 13:05JNB-IST

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7:30 - 8:20IST-JNB

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R9 966Etihad Airways

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Tue, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 14

8:20 - 21:10JNB-IST

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8:00 - 20:10IST-JNB

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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23

8:20 - 21:10JNB-IST

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23:55 - 13:05IST-JNB

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13:25 - 21:35JNB-IST

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23:20 - 5:30IST-JNB

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13:25 - 21:35JNB-IST

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Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 4

17:15 - 5:35CPT-IST

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 2

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 25/9

20:05-9:35

1 stop14h 30m

R9 105

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 18/9

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

R9 298

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 755

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 14/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 966

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R10 037

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 16/2

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

R10 880

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

13:25-21:35

1 stop31h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 8/9

23:20-5:30

1 stop31h 10m

R11 478

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

13:25-21:35

1 stop31h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

19:25-20:50

1 stop26h 25m

R11 496

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

17:15-5:35

Nonstop11h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 2/11

1:55-11:50

Nonstop10h 55m

R11 830

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

17:15-5:35

Nonstop11h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 2/11

2:05-14:35

1 stop13h 30m

R12 867

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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 Wizz Air, Ajet, and Pegasus Airlines, with prices starting at R722, R742, and R809 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 361
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 105
Fastest flight time	9h 55m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 361 (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 R9 105 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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The fastest flight to Turkey from South Africa takes 9h 55m (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, Sakarya Ataturk Stadium, Taksim Square, 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 48% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

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

50% 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 815 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R5 733, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R91 258 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R24 364 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 19 operators available for flights to Turkey as of August 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.