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IST — JNB
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
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What to know about flights from Istanbul

Discover essential information about flights departing from Istanbul, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Istanbul airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

R835

Cheapest round-trip flight

R1 736

Cheapest airline

Pegasus Airlines

Most popular destination

Kayseri (ASR)
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul is currently to Kayseri.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul is currently to Antalya.
On average, Pegasus Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul.
Kayseri (ASR) is currently the most popular flight destination from Istanbul.

Cheapest flights from Istanbul

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches.
Thu 29/87:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/99:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 586
Thu 18/77:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 604
Thu 18/714:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 25/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 623
Thu 12/914:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 23/99:55JNB - IST
1 stop26h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 641
Tue 23/77:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop26h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 659
Thu 22/814:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 29/89:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 678
Sun 21/77:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 696
Sat 17/814:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 29/89:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 714
Sun 21/714:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 733

Last-minute flight deals from Istanbul

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Istanbul. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 14 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches.
Sun 19/57:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/69:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/5R9 827
Tue 21/57:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/79:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R10 598
Sun 19/57:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 26/59:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/5R10 635
Sat 18/514:45IST - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/69:55JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/5R10 690
Tue 21/520:05SAW - JNB
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 24/513:35JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R10 727
Tue 21/520:05SAW - JNB
1 stop14h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 11/720:15JNB - SAW
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R10 819
Mon 20/520:05IST - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 24/513:35JNB - IST
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R10 819
Mon 20/520:05IST - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 24/513:35JNB - IST
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R10 837
Mon 20/520:05IST - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 4/620:15JNB - IST
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R11 057

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Istanbul to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches and data was last updated 14 May 2024.
Thu 30/53:25IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/68:45ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R1 910
Fri 31/53:25IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/63:35ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 076
Mon 3/61:20IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/618:20ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 278
Fri 12/71:20IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/720:40ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 296
Mon 29/71:20IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/813:20ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 590
Thu 23/56:35IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 25/55:35ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 792
Mon 12/86:35IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/88:45ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 865
Sat 15/61:20IST - ASR
Nonstop1h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/623:45ASR - IST
Nonstop1h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R2 994
Wed 10/715:35IST - TIA
1 stop11h 30mAir Serbia
Thu 18/715:05TIA - IST
1 stop22h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 12/5R3 416

Direct flights from Istanbul

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from Istanbul to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 14 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches.
Wed 11/91:35IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/918:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R13 959
Sat 7/91:15IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/918:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R13 978
Wed 7/81:35IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/818:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 014
Tue 25/61:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/718:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/5R14 051
Wed 4/91:35IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 13/918:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 088
Wed 28/81:35IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/918:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 106
Tue 3/91:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/918:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 235
Mon 17/61:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 27/618:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 253
Mon 10/61:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/618:05JNB - IST
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R14 327

Find flights from Istanbul within your budget

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IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 29/8

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/9

1 stop19h 25m

R7 586

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 18/7

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/7

1 stop19h 25m

R7 604

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 18/7

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/7

1 stop19h 25m

R7 623

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 12/9

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/9

1 stop26h 25m

R7 641

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 23/7

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/7

1 stop26h 25m

R7 659

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 22/8

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/8

1 stop19h 25m

R7 678

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sun 21/7

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/7

1 stop19h 25m

R7 696

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 17/8

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/8

1 stop19h 25m

R7 714

IstanbulJohannesburg OR Tambo

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sun 21/7

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/7

1 stop19h 25m

R7 733

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When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Istanbul would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Istanbul is currently R5 106 while a return flight costs R7 659. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul (average of R506). Flying from Istanbul in August will prove the most costly (average of R621). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R1 616

February

R1 653

March

R1 910

April

R1 837

May

R1 561

June

R1 598

July

R1 782

August

R1 727

September

R1 837

October

R1 708

November

R1 690

December

R1 892

Airline reviews for flights from Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Istanbul. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches.
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

8,1
Very Good
897 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

7,9
Good
1 574 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

7,7
Good
4 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

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  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul?

    November is currently the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Istanbul would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul?

    Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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