Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport from R5 879
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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Sep 30 — Oct 71
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1 adult
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul are usually found in February or April, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 August 2026.
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Best flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
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Direct flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
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Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Data last updated 31 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
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Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Istanbul (IST). 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 31 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
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Sat 26/9
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of R9 336). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 437). 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 OR Tambo 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 31 August 2026.
When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between R9 869 and R12 356 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R10 580 on Etihad Airways (Nov 2–Nov 10).
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
The most flights from JNB to IST are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Algiers (ALG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R8 427.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 09m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 51m.
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 31 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport will take you 10h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7490 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R5 655), Air Algerie (R7 525), and Etihad Airways (R8 150) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. Ethiopian Air is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 780 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R4 512 and Etihad Airways from R4 546 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Thai Airways(91%), IndiGo(90%) or Turkish Airlines(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay R24 271, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 779. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul), is priced around R9 885.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Doha is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?
Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Amsterdam the least frequently. Cairo sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. Algiers ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of R9 336). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 437). 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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