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Cheapest return flight
R10 565
Typical prices: R8 880-R11 000
KLM
Sat 13/10Sat 20/10
JNB - SAW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 524
Typical prices: R4 685-R5 485
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/10
JNB - SAW • 2 stops
When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 6% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R9 775 (return)
Cairo (CAI)
Shortest trip • 16h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Sabiha Gokcen (JNB-SAW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Sabiha Gokcen

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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23:15 - 21:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
20h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:45 - 21:20SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 565KLM
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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23:15 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
16h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:45 - 21:20SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 565KLM
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:30 - 21:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
36h 55m2 stops Cape Town Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:00 - 22:00SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 565KLM
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:30 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
32h 35m2 stops Cape Town Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:45 - 21:20SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 759KLM
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:20 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
29h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
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21:05 - 13:30SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 25m2 stops Cairo Addis Ababa Bole
R12 090Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8
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13:45 - 20:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
29h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Tbilisi Intl
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6:30 - 8:40SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m2 stops Tbilisi Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R12 204Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 9
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13:30 - 13:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:05 - 20:35SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 220Emirates
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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22:50 - 21:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
22h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Athens Eleftherios V.
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7:55 - 13:30SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 35m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Addis Ababa Bole
R12 285Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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13:30 - 13:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:05 - 5:30SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 317Emirates
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:25 - 13:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
25h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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3:05 - 5:35SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 366Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport start at R10 565. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R8 880 to R11 000. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 565 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport at R8 812 return.
  • December (R11 733) and August (R11 506) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R6 524
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (25% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Sabiha Gokcen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Sabiha Gokcen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 82% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R9 218 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R9 656, a difference of R438. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Misir Çarşisi. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of R9 402. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 16h 12m and 30h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 565 to R98 547. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 098, which is 66% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Flying via Cairo (CAI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 12m, compared to 17h 05m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 18h 15m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Turkey Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)?

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R199 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Avec Car Rental
    • CIRCULAR
    • Final Rentals
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport range from R8 880 to R11 000, with an average of R9 402 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 880 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average R9 218 – about R438 less than Monday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R8 812 return in that month – typically R2 921 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
    - Isg Sabiha Gökçen Airport Hotel

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