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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul from R5 285

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 006

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R5 285

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 134
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  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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  • 22h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 23/123:55JNB - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Thu 30/117:55IST - JNB
1 stop29h 05mKLM
Deal found 16/1R9 931
Thu 23/113:20JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 30/19:40SAW - JNB
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R9 949
Sat 25/119:35JNB - IST
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Sat 1/26:50IST - JNB
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 17/1R10 081
Mon 20/119:40JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/117:55IST - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R10 213
Tue 21/18:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/20:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R10 269
Tue 21/123:55JNB - SAW
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Tue 28/112:55SAW - JNB
1 stop34h 05mKLM
Deal found 16/1R10 326
Mon 17/320:00JNB - IST
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 19/320:10IST - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R10 476
Sun 2/321:45JNB - IST
1 stop14h 15mEgyptair
Sat 8/33:50IST - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 15/1R10 551
Fri 7/319:40JNB - SAW
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/315:45SAW - JNB
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R11 304
Sun 13/49:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 20/47:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1R11 398
Wed 29/119:05JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/21:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1R11 887
Sun 23/322:20JNB - IST
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Sat 5/419:25IST - JNB
1 stop35h 05mEmirates
Deal found 17/1R12 263

Find flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

13:20-12:40

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 9/3

20:10-9:25

1 stop14h 15m

R10 006

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

10:10-18:05

2 stops30h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 19/2

6:50-7:05

2 stops25h 15m

R10 081

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

0:05-13:10

1 stop14h 05m

R10 438

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

8:20-11:00

2 stops25h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 4/2

0:05-13:10

1 stop14h 05m

R10 457

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/3

20:00-18:40

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 19/3

20:10-3:55

1 stop32h 45m

R10 476

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

21:45-13:00

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 8/3

3:50-7:10

1 stop28h 20m

R10 551

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

19:40-17:25

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 14/3

15:45-22:00

1 stop31h 15m

R11 304

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

9:55-6:20

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 20/4

7:25-8:35

1 stop26h 10m

R11 398

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

19:05-6:10

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 4/2

1:50-10:45

Nonstop9h 55m

R11 887

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/3

22:20-18:30

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 5/4

19:25-5:30

1 stop35h 05m

R12 263

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Ethiopian Air, Egyptair and Qatar Airways from Johannesburg to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 199 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?

    Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul are available at the O.R. Tambo International Airport, which is located just 20 km from the city and a 25-minute taxi ride away. Flights are scheduled to land in Alternatively, travellers can utilise the public transportation system to take buses or trains into the airport terminals. If you wish to fly out of a different airport, Cape Town International Airport offers select flights to Istanbul on a limited schedule. Cape Town International Airport is only 20 minutes from the city of Cape Town, and can be reached by bus or car.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    There is a single nonstop flight available from Johannesburg to Istanbul via Turkish Airlines. The duration of the flight is just under 10 hours, with overnight flying options available. This flight can be accessed from the O.R. Tambo International Airport or the Cape Town International Airport. No South African-based airlines provide a direct service to Istanbul. Instead, one or two stops are made throughout the duration of the flight.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Saudia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad, and Emirates provide multiple flight options from Johannesburg to Istanbul with a single stopover. The stopovers vary in location, with some airlines stopping in Qatar, while others stop in Abu Dhabi or Jeddah.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Ordinary citizens are required to hold a passport in order to enter Turkey. Alternatively, visitors can apply for a one-month entry visa at the Turkish border. However, most airlines will require proof of identification to verify your international travel status. It is recommended to apply for your passport several weeks before your scheduled flight. If you already hold a passport, you can remain in Istanbul for up to 30 days before visa registration is required.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul round-trip from R10 006. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R10 081, and Ethiopian Air, from R10 438. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Qatar Airways (R5 285), Turkish Airlines (R7 316), and RwandAir (R10 269).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Consider Thai Airways (97%), Turkish Airlines (93%) or IndiGo (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay R30 739 for a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is R7 483 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) is currently priced at R9 103.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Johannesburg to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Addis Ababa follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights. Dubai follows Addis Ababa in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by traveling 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R1 501 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?

    Johannesburg to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Algiers the least frequently. Amsterdam follows Algiers in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights. Cairo follows Amsterdam in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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KLMCheapestR8 260AverageR10 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 362AverageR10 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR8 705AverageR9 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 724AverageR11 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 823AverageR11 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 993AverageR10 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 085AverageR10 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SAUDIACheapestR9 597AverageR10 260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 346AverageR13 127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 802AverageR11 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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