IST - JNB

$453 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg departing on 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Johannesburg, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$767
Typical prices: $661-$948
Egyptair
Thu 10/29Fri 11/6
IST - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$911
Typical prices: $1,073-$2,140
Turkish Airlines
Mon 7/6Tue 7/21
IST - JNB • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $767 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 9h 45m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • Avg $749 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 10m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg (IST-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Johannesburg

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6
Egyptair Logo
6:50 pm - 7:10 am
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JNB
13h 20m
1 stop
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9:45 pm - 2:50 am
JNB
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IST
28h 05m
1 stop
$767Egyptair
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Jan 20
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
IST
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JNB
19h 20m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 12:55 pm
JNB
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IST
26h 05m
1 stop
$781Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Jan 20
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
IST
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JNB
19h 20m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 12:55 pm
JNB
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IST
26h 05m
1 stop
$782Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Emirates Logo
4:25 pm - 5:35 am
IST
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JNB
14h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:50 pm - 6:30 pm
JNB
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IST
22h 40m
1 stop
$803Emirates
Tue, Jun 30 - Sat, Jul 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 8:10 pm
IST
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JNB
13h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 9:10 pm
JNB
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IST
11h 50m
1 stop
$812Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 12
Emirates Logo
4:25 pm - 8:35 pm
IST
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JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:05 am - 5:25 pm
JNB
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IST
30h 20m
1 stop
$822Emirates
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 12
Emirates Logo
4:25 pm - 8:35 pm
IST
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JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:05 am - 5:25 pm
JNB
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IST
30h 20m
1 stop
$823Emirates
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 12
Emirates Logo
4:25 pm - 8:35 pm
IST
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JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:05 am - 5:25 pm
JNB
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IST
30h 20m
1 stop
$824Emirates
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 18
Emirates Logo
4:25 pm - 5:35 am
IST
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JNB
14h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:50 pm - 2:25 pm
JNB
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IST
18h 35m
1 stop
$828Emirates
Wed, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 11
Emirates Logo
6:35 pm - 5:30 am
IST
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JNB
35h 55m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 2:25 pm
JNB
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IST
15h 05m
1 stop
$833Emirates
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in October.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost $636 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $866 and $822 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $798, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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.

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.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$453
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg

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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FAQs for booking Istanbul to Johannesburg flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $453 for a one-way ticket and $767 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Johannesburg?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    On your way to Johannesburg, you’ll fly out from Istanbul. You’ll be landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Johannesburg flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul and Johannesburg.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg, Turkish Airlines or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $798 and an overall rating of 7.4, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $676 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul and JNB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Johannesburg? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4409 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.3Comfort
7.8Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.5Food
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The crews are always great. The plane is a little long in the tooth, but landed on time. Second flight with TA this holiday and I’m impressed

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
IST - BRU
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The crews are always great. The plane is a little long in the tooth, but landed on time. Second flight with TA this holiday and I’m impressed

Older plane with finicky seats. Crew often seem to focus on "pet" clients and over extend services to some over others. I get less attention since I'm not a regular business class client. Regardless, I've paid the money and would expect equal attention.

Our flight attendant was stellar with great anticipation and attention to details. Food was very good, and overall flight, though very long, was really good.

Flight got cancelled for good (apparently due to jet fuel concerns), and we had to re-book to Hannover, Germany instead.

Great food, and lots of it. They made us come to the gate two hours before the flight and you were stuck in the enclosure until you boarded with no bathroom or food or drink. My seat in business class was very claustrophobic, I could barely get into it and a large board blocked the window and made it even more claustrophobic

Turkish Business Class is a wonderful experience, and the best inflight dining experience I’ve had to date.

Very good. I was happy that business seats were in a 1-2-1 configuration for the long haul flight. The shorter flight was a 2-2-2 configuration which I do not like as much, but it was a 3 hour flight that I slept through.

The crew was amazing and the food was really good too

Some of the best service I’ve ever seen on an international flight! The staff were super friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent with lots of choices and attention to detail. The seats are kind of old and narrow, but I have wide shoulders. The only area for improvement was making the cabin a little cooler.

It was fantastic. I really enjoyed it. It’s comfortable the flight attendant. Respect you anything you ask for they gave you except the water.

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

Unfortunately the flight was cancelled so I never got to go

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

I liked the crew, the food and the foot space. I did not like the comfort of the seats.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

Nice crew , clean cabin , food was delayed due to problem with the quantity .

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