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 16h 10m, respectively.

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Flights to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways

Apr 16

JNB

25h 25m

1 stop

SAW

Apr 25

SAW

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R9 522

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Egyptair

Feb 15

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

IST

Feb 21

IST

28h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R9 590

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Qatar Airways

Mar 23

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

SAW

Mar 31

SAW

15h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R9 624

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Egyptair

Feb 15

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

IST

Feb 22

IST

18h 10m

1 stop

JNB

R9 624

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Qatar Airways

Jan 25

JNB

14h 40m

1 stop

SAW

Feb 1

SAW

20h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R9 676

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Egyptair

Mar 23

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

IST

Mar 30

IST

28h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R9 778

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Qatar Airways

Mar 27

JNB

21h 25m

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SAW

Apr 6

SAW

20h 25m

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JNB

R9 830

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Ethiopian Air

May 1

JNB

13h 15m

1 stop

IST

May 5

IST

13h 55m

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JNB

R9 847

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 20

JNB

12h 00m

1 stop

IST

Feb 2

IST

14h 10m

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JNB

R9 864

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Egyptair

Mar 8

JNB

14h 15m

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IST

Mar 15

IST

13h 20m

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JNB

R9 881

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Qatar Airways

Mar 22

JNB

22h 25m

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SAW

Mar 29

SAW

26h 45m

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JNB

R9 898

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Egyptair

Mar 8

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

IST

Mar 14

IST

28h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R9 898

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Flights to Bodrum

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

23h 55m

1 stop

BJV

Jun 1

BJV

21h 35m

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CPT

R12 189

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

23h 55m

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BJV

Jun 1

BJV

21h 35m

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CPT

R12 206

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

23h 55m

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BJV

Jun 1

BJV

22h 45m

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CPT

R14 958

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

23h 55m

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BJV

Jun 1

BJV

30h 00m

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CPT

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

25h 00m

1 stop

BJV

Feb 17

BJV

18h 45m

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JNB

R18 086

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

30h 50m

2 stops

BJV

Jun 1

BJV

43h 50m

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CPT

R18 086

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

20h 15m

1 stop

BJV

Feb 17

BJV

14h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R18 104

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Qatar Airways

May 28

CPT

30h 50m

2 stops

BJV

Jun 1

BJV

43h 50m

2 stops

CPT

R18 104

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

27h 00m

2 stops

BJV

Feb 17

BJV

23h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R22 958

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 13

JNB

22h 15m

2 stops

BJV

Feb 17

BJV

26h 10m

1 stop

JNB

R22 976

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Flights to Dalaman

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Turkish Airlines

May 4

CPT

14h 10m

1 stop

DLM

May 8

DLM

26h 25m

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CPT

R19 095

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Turkish Airlines

May 4

CPT

16h 00m

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DLM

May 8

DLM

22h 20m

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CPT

R19 112

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11:55 - 14:20JNB-SAW

25h 25m1 stop

15:30 - 8:50SAW-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R9 522Qatar Airways

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Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 25

21:45 - 2:50JNB-IST

28h 05m1 stop

3:50 - 7:10IST-JNB

28h 20m1 stop

R9 590Egyptair

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Sun, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 21

14:30 - 4:45JNB-IST

13h 15m1 stop

0:10 - 13:05IST-JNB

13h 55m1 stop

R9 847Ethiopian Air

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Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5

8:20 - 21:20JNB-IST

12h 00m1 stop

23:55 - 13:05IST-JNB

14h 10m1 stop

R9 864Ethiopian Air

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Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 2

23:59 - 21:25JNB-SAW

20h 26m1 stop

12:55 - 22:05SAW-JNB

34h 10m1 stop

R10 103KLM

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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14

13:40 - 18:30CPT-IST

27h 50m1 stop

23:40 - 16:45IST-CPT

18h 05m1 stop

R10 325Emirates

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Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

13:40 - 14:25CPT-IST

23h 45m1 stop

16:25 - 11:40IST-CPT

20h 15m1 stop

R10 342Emirates

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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

18:25 - 17:25CPT-SAW

22h 00m2 stops

9:00 - 21:55SAW-CPT

37h 55m1 stop

R11 334KLM

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Fri, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 26

19:05 - 21:05JNB-BJV

25h 00m1 stop

17:05 - 10:50BJV-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

R18 086Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

19:05 - 16:20JNB-BJV

20h 15m1 stop

21:50 - 10:50BJV-JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R18 104Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

11:55-14:20

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 25/4

15:30-8:50

1 stop18h 20m

R9 522

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

21:45-2:50

1 stop28h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 21/2

3:50-7:10

1 stop28h 20m

R9 590

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:30-4:45

1 stop13h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

0:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R9 847

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 2/2

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

R9 864

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-21:25

1 stop20h 26m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 14/2

12:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R10 103

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

13:40-18:30

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 1/2

23:40-16:45

1 stop18h 05m

R10 325

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

13:40-14:25

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 21/1

16:25-11:40

1 stop20h 15m

R10 342

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

18:25-17:25

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 26/2

9:00-21:55

1 stop37h 55m

R11 334

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-21:05

1 stop25h 00m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

17:05-10:50

1 stop18h 45m

R18 086

JohannesburgBodrum

JNB - BJV

JNBBJV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Milas–Bodrum

Tue 17/2

21:50-10:50

1 stop14h 00m

R18 104

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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 R722, R957, and R1 224 respectively.

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Summary info about Turkey flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 317
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 522
Fastest flight time	16h 15m

The best one-way flight price to Turkey from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 317 (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 522 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).

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The fastest flight to Turkey from South Africa takes 16h 15m (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?

61% 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 755 for a flight to Turkey. However, our users found flights to Turkey for R6 445, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R88 753 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Turkey will get, whereas anything for R26 363 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.