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Flights to Istanbul in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul Airport

Fri 20/119:50 -
1 stop26h 00m
Sun 29/1113:55 -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 25/8R10 479
Wed 26/810:05 -
1 stop30h 50m
Wed 2/916:25 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 25/8R10 591
Thu 27/810:05 -
1 stop34h 30m
Thu 3/923:30 -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 26/8R10 607
Sat 19/920:40 -
1 stop30h 05m
Sat 26/91:40 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 22/8R10 639
Thu 1/1022:20 -
1 stop22h 15m
Mon 12/1023:30 -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 22/8R10 655
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop26h 00m
Fri 20/1113:55 -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 23/8R10 671
Sat 7/1120:40 -
2 stops17h 35m
Thu 19/111:40 -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 22/8R10 703
Sat 26/920:40 -
2 stops30h 05m
Sun 11/1016:45 -
1 stop16h 00m
Deal found 25/8R10 719
Sun 11/1020:55 -
1 stop14h 00m
Sun 25/1020:10 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 27/8R10 751

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R10 479

One-way from

R5 735

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 646
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop26h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 21/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop19h 25m

R10 799

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

20:40-3:45

2 stops30h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 4/10

5:00-7:45

1 stop27h 45m

R10 799

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop26h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 1/12

13:55-8:20

1 stop19h 25m

R10 815

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

22:50-4:45

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 5/10

23:55-20:10

1 stop21h 15m

R12 428
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

18:00-4:45

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 18/10

1:40-10:30

Nonstop9h 50m

R13 563

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-5:55

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/11

2:05-19:00

1 stop17h 55m

R13 802

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

9:25-11:55

3 stops25h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 25/10

12:00-15:35

1 stop28h 35m

R14 329

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

9:25-12:20

3 stops25h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 1/11

20:10-15:35

1 stop20h 25m

R14 425

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

21:45-12:35

2 stops37h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 18/9

13:50-8:15

1 stop19h 25m

R14 537

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

8:45-2:05

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 29/9

3:45-8:35

2 stops29h 50m

R14 729

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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 45 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R8 408
Emirates
Emirates
From R9 706
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 214
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R5 593

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

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

Rainfall in Istanbul 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

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 69 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

Read through reviews of airlines serving Türkiye (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
3 656 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 520 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 033 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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 R619, while return flights cost around R5 962.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around R13 877, however they can be found for as little as R5 962.

  • 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 45 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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