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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul from R5 888

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 1 — Sep 81
1 adult
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 Friday

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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 2 August 2026.

Sa 15/820:40
JNB
-
IST
2 stops30h 05m
Air Algerie
Do 20/81:40
IST
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 30/7R10 767
Di 10/119:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Do 19/1113:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/8R10 817
Fr 20/119:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
So 29/1113:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R10 883
Mi 16/99:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fr 18/913:50
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R10 933
Mi 23/920:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 55m
Air Algerie
Sa 26/91:40
IST
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Air Algerie
Deal found 31/7R10 949
Sa 29/810:05
JNB
-
IST
1 stop27h 20m
Emirates
Sa 5/923:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 1/8R10 982
Do 3/98:20
JNB
-
SAW
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Di 8/916:05
SAW
-
JNB
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R10 999
Mi 2/920:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop30h 00m
Air Algerie
Do 10/91:40
IST
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 29/7R10 999
Sa 19/920:40
JNB
-
IST
2 stops27h 00m
Air Algerie
Sa 26/91:40
IST
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/7R11 015
Mi 16/914:30
JNB
-
SAW
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 26/913:00
SAW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8R11 048
Di 15/913:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop23h 55m
Emirates
Di 22/923:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop31h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 31/7R11 048
Do 13/89:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mi 26/813:45
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R11 065

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 (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 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 767

One-way from

R5 888

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 495
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 15/8-20/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R1 900 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 499 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 16/12

20:40-15:15

1 stop17h 35m

Istanbul

So 3/1

5:00-8:50

1 stop28h 50m

R11 082

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 26/9

20:40-3:45

2 stops30h 05m

Istanbul

So 4/10

5:00-7:45

1 stop27h 45m

R11 131

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 31/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop26h 00m

Istanbul

Mi 4/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop19h 25m

R11 181

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 25/10

0:20-11:25

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Sa 31/10

20:30-9:40

1 stop14h 10m

R12 471

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 12/9

19:10-1:50

1 stop29h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sa 19/9

14:05-5:30

1 stop16h 25m

R12 636

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 25/8

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Mo 28/9

23:55-13:25

1 stop14h 30m

R12 636

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 17/10

22:20-1:50

1 stop26h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sa 24/10

14:05-5:30

1 stop16h 25m

R12 636

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 13/9

22:20-1:50

1 stop26h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sa 19/9

2:50-20:35

1 stop18h 45m

R12 636

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 1/9

13:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Di 29/9

2:50-20:35

1 stop18h 45m

R12 669

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 11/9

19:10-1:50

1 stop29h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fr 18/9

14:05-20:35

1 stop31h 30m

R12 686

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul (average of R9 428). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 372). 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 2 August 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul, 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul flights typically cost between R10 221 and R13 248 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R10 767 on Air Algerie (Aug 15–Aug 20).

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 168 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 Sunday 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.

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

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 2 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 013 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 637 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul will take you 10h 05m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul is about 7490 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul round-trip from R5 828. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Algerie, from R7 706, and Etihad Airways, from R8 492. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 683. Users have also found prices from R4 536 and R4 655 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul on time: Thai Airways (94%), IndiGo (90%), Turkish Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul is R7 036. On average you can expect to pay R28 205. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul), can usually be booked for R10 139.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Istanbul stopover in Doha most frequently. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul flights stop in Dubai the next most. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq are located about 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 flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Cairo least often. Amsterdam is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul. Algiers ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul (average of R9 428). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 372). 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 OR Tambo to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 823AverageR11 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 706AverageR8 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 450AverageR9 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 614AverageR9 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR9 453AverageR12 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 586AverageR11 815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 228AverageR12 152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 365AverageR15 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR13 097AverageR13 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 270AverageR13 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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