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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul from R5 178

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Jul 8 — Jul 151
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 916

One-way from

R5 178

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 959
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 312 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 913 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 3 July 2025.

Mon 1/913:55JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 20/913:35SAW - JNB
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R9 916
Mon 28/713:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 4/813:45IST - JNB
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7R10 004
Sun 10/89:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 24/87:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R10 057
Tue 9/923:30JNB - SAW
1 stop20h 35mKLM
Thu 18/912:40SAW - JNB
1 stop33h 55mKLM
Deal found 3/7R10 163
Thu 17/78:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 26/78:00IST - JNB
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R11 008
Thu 24/720:25JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/722:25SAW - JNB
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 470
Sat 4/109:50JNB - SAW
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/100:10SAW - JNB
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/7R12 875
Mon 7/722:20JNB - SAW
1 stop21h 55mEmirates
Wed 30/722:25SAW - JNB
1 stop23h 25mEmirates
Deal found 1/7R12 945

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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 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 20/9

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

R9 916

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

13:55-11:55

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 4/8

13:45-9:35

1 stop20h 50m

R10 004

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 24/8

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R10 057

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

23:30-21:05

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 18/9

12:40-21:35

1 stop33h 55m

R10 163

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 26/7

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R11 008

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

20:25-18:45

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 31/7

22:25-3:55

3 stops30h 30m

R12 470

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

9:50-15:10

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 11/10

0:10-8:20

1 stop33h 10m

R12 875

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

13:25-21:15

1 stop30h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 30/7

14:05-20:50

1 stop31h 45m

R12 945

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/7

20:25-11:55

1 stop14h 30m

R5 178

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

20:25-18:45

1 stop21h 20m

R5 196

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 82 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). 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 3 July 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul

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 3 July 2025.

The most flights from JNB to TR5 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).

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 3 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways 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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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.
  • 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 R9 916. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from R10 057, and KLM, from R10 163. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 11% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 178. Users have also found prices from R5 566 and R8 102 on Etihad Airways and RwandAir, 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 (88%), Turkish Airlines (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul is R6 981. On average you can expect to pay R29 999. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul), can usually be booked for R9 916.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying 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, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are located about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R217 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul (average of R539). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). 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 3 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 290AverageR8 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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KLMCheapestR8 367AverageR9 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 412AverageR9 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 546AverageR14 196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 654AverageR10 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 914AverageR10 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 017AverageR10 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 809AverageR11 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 821AverageR12 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 169AverageR11 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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