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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 9,674. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.R 5,079 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,079, select.

Istanbul.R 5,203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,203, select.

Istanbul.R 5,266 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,266, select.

Istanbul.R 5,625 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,625, select.

Istanbul.R 5,631 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,631, select.

Istanbul.R 5,712 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,712, select.

Istanbul.R 5,750 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,750, select.

Istanbul.R 6,609 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,609, select.

Istanbul.R 6,684 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,684, select.

Istanbul.R 6,721 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 26 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,721, select.

Istanbul.R 6,740 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,740, select.

Istanbul.R 6,744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 1 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,744, select.

Istanbul.R 7,462 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,462, select.

Istanbul.R 8,073 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,073, select.

Istanbul.R 8,076 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,076, select.

Istanbul.R 8,373 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,373, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul

Alternative Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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34km from central Istanbul

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from R 5,079

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Johannesburg to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 5,079
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	9 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	72

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul is R 9,407. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul?

9 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and South African Airways fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul?

As of September 2026, there are 72 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Istanbul is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,407.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul on Saturday, 7 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 53 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Istanbul: what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul is 9 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is one hour ahead of Johannesburg, where Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Hop on Turkish Airlines's 17:50 flight to get your journey from JNB to IST underway.
Leave enough time to get on your JNB to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Start your trip at JNB and fly straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from JNB to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
JNB is around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Istanbul

The best price we've seen for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul flight is R 5,079. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,407. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from JNB to Istanbul, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from JNB to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from JNB to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your JNB to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you save.

Best time to go to Istanbul

February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JNB to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Istanbul:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.