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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport from £241

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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 (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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£439

One-way from

£241

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£484
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/2-19/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 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 17 January 2025.

Sat 25/119:35JNB - IST
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Sat 1/206:50IST - JNB
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 17/1£439
Tue 21/108:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/122:00IST - JNB
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£475
Thu 30/108:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/223:55IST - JNB
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1£485
Sun 13/409:55JNB - IST
1 stop26h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 20/407:25IST - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/1£496
Mon 7/421:45JNB - IST
1 stop18h 50mEgyptair
Tue 15/418:35IST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEgyptair
Deal found 16/1£513
Thu 20/319:05JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 2/401:50IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1£519
Tue 21/122:20JNB - IST
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Fri 24/116:25IST - JNB
1 stop25h 10mEmirates
Deal found 17/1£544
Thu 30/120:00JNB - IST
1 stop15h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 2/210:35IST - JNB
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£555
Thu 20/319:40JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mAir France
Thu 3/404:20IST - JNB
2 stops18h 00mAir France
Deal found 17/1£586
Wed 29/116:50JNB - IST
2 stops18h 30mRwandAir
Tue 4/213:50IST - JNB
2 stops25h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 16/1£692

Find flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul within your budget

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

10:10-18:05

2 stops30h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 19/2

06:50-07:05

2 stops25h 15m

£439

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

08:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 4/2

00:05-13:10

1 stop14h 05m

£485

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

09:55-13:20

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 20/4

07:25-08:35

1 stop26h 10m

£496

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/4

21:45-17:35

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 15/4

18:35-07:10

1 stop13h 35m

£513

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

19:05-06:10

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

01:50-10:35

Nonstop9h 45m

£519

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

20:00-12:20

1 stop15h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 2/2

10:35-09:25

1 stop23h 50m

£555

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

19:40-04:10

1 stop31h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 3/4

04:20-21:20

2 stops18h 00m

£586

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

22:20-17:55

1 stop18h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 2/7

02:10-16:15

1 stop15h 05m

£587

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

16:50-12:20

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 4/2

13:50-14:20

2 stops25h 30m

£692

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

20:00-18:40

1 stop21h 40m

£241

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

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 24 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 17 January 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, 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 37% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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 Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

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 Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport 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 Airport, 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).

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 17 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Egyptair, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Lufthansa, at £439, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways. Lufthansa is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £241. Users have also found prices from £318 and £399 on Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • 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 (97%), Turkish Airlines (93%) or IndiGo (83%) 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?

    On average you can expect to pay £495 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £316 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) is currently priced at £398.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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Ethiopian AirCheapest£390Average£529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£390Average£435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£407Average£463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapest£449Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£501Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£502Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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