Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 50 minutes.
Johannesburg is one hour behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from IST to JNB start from 01:50 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 02:00 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your IST to JNB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between IST and JNB include:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Kinshasa N'Djili Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
At the moment, R 6,630 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,365. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from IST to JNB by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to JNB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to JNB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.
