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Cheapest round-trip
$700
Typical prices: $733-$916
Ethiopian Air
Fri 1/5Sun 1/28
IST - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$847
Typical prices: $806-$991
Turkish Airlines
Sat 2/17Sat 2/24
IST - JNB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 9h 55m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg $549 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 13h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg (IST-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Johannesburg

Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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8:20 am - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
12h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$700Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
12h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$700Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
12h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$700Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 24
Egyptair Logo
6:50 pm - 7:10 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 20m1 stop Cairo
Egyptair Logo
9:45 pm - 5:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
19h 05m1 stop Cairo
$727Egyptair
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 am - 1:30 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
12h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$729Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 5:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$729Ethiopian Air
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
12h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$729Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 5:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$729Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 7:00 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 5:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
$838Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:05 am - 11:00 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 55mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 5:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
$847Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from $733 to $916. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $700, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $636 round-trip.
•July ($933) and December ($880) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$436
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:00 am and lands at 11:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 1:30 pm and lands at 11:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 9h 55m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 9h 55m, covering 4,654 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $733 to $916, with an average of $807 over the past 12 months. Anything below $733 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $549 round-trip via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared to $887 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $448, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Cairo (CAI) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $717 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $833, a difference of $116.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 48m, compared with 16h 18m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 12m via Cairo (CAI).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour behind Istanbul Airport (South Africa Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton Convention Centre and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $717, about $116 less than Tuesday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $636 round-trip in that month - typically $297 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $549 round-trip on this route - about $338 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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