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R4 997+ Cheap flights to Istanbul

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Istanbul in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 مايو 2026.

ن 13/79:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
ر 29/714:10
IST
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JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5R9 118
س 17/109:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
س 24/1014:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/5R9 183
ر 22/79:50
JNB
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IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
ر 29/714:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5R9 296
خ 29/109:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 05m
Etihad Airways
ر 4/1114:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5R9 329
ح 1/119:50
JNB
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IST
1 stop26h 05m
Etihad Airways
ن 23/1114:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/5R9 345
س 25/79:50
JNB
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IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
ر 5/814:10
IST
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JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R9 361

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Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 30 مايو 2026.

Return from

R9 118

One-way from

R4 997

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 302
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/7-29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R143 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 23/11

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

خ 26/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R9 783

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

س 25/7

9:25-6:20

3 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

ر 5/8

13:45-4:00

1 stop15h 15m

R15 121

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 6/7

22:20-17:25

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

س 11/7

23:30-20:35

1 stop22h 05m

R15 413

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 20/7

12:40-18:35

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

ن 10/8

20:05-18:10

3 stops23h 05m

R16 986

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 20/7

18:00-4:45

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

ح 9/8

1:40-10:30

Nonstop9h 50m

R18 073

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ث 28/7

7:30-11:55

2 stops27h 25m

Istanbul

ن 17/8

20:05-18:10

3 stops23h 05m

R18 398
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

خ 2/7

17:50-4:30

Nonstop9h 40m

Istanbul

ن 13/7

1:40-10:30

Nonstop9h 50m

R18 560

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 13/7

9:25-11:55

3 stops25h 30m

Istanbul

ر 29/7

20:05-18:10

3 stops23h 05m

R19 777

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ر 1/7

18:00-4:45

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

ح 5/7

1:40-10:30

Nonstop9h 50m

R20 150
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

خ 2/7

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

R5 127

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Istanbul Airport

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul takes 9 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Istanbul

The most flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R8 423
Emirates
Emirates
From R7 703
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 654
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R6 415

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul are Ethiopian Air, Air Algerie and Emirates.

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 mm 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).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 30 مايو 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Turkey, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 398 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 445 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

FAQs about flying to Istanbul

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Istanbul?

    Istanbul is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Istanbul. One-way flights to Istanbul typically cost R516, while return flights cost around R2 282.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around R4 043, however they can be found for as little as R2 282.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Istanbul have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ambassador Spa & Beauty Airport Lounge is the closest property to Istanbul (0,0 km away from Istanbul).

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