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Cheapest round-trip
$630
Typical prices: $626-$817
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/5Thu 4/26
JNB - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$630
Typical prices: $813-$1,022
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/7Sat 4/14
JNB - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 05m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% 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 $516 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 13h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul (JNB-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Mon, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 12:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:50 pm - 8:15 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$630Etihad Airways
Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 4:35 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
9h 45mnonstop
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2:00 pm - 10:40 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 40mnonstop
$630Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 12:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
26h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:55 pm - 8:25 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$654Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 5:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
10h 05mnonstop
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2:00 am - 10:55 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 55mnonstop
$657Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 24
Emirates Logo
6:50 pm - 9:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
26h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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4:05 pm - 10:25 amIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
$694Emirates
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Emirates Logo
6:50 pm - 9:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
26h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
8:05 pm - 8:30 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$695Emirates
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 11:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
25h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
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6:55 pm - 1:30 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m2 stops Cairo Addis Ababa Bole
$724Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 pm - 9:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
21h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:35 am - 8:10 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$727Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 11 - Mon, May 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 4:45 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
13h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:55 pm - 1:30 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$731Ethiopian Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IST Istanbul
19h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
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11:30 am - 1:30 pmIST  Istanbul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m3 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Cairo Addis Ababa Bole
$737Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport typically range from $626 to $817. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $630, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport at $629 round-trip.
•December ($817) and July ($741) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul

 
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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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$372
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 10:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:50 pm and lands at 4:55 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 05m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport takes about 10h 05m, covering 4,654 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $626 to $817, with an average of $697 over the past 12 months. Anything below $626 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the $697 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $516 round-trip via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared to $897 for nonstop.

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

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. 89% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and SWISS. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

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

    Flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Istanbul Airport typically depart in the evening.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $630 to $4,351. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $459, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • OK Mobility

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

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

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

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 46m.

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 3% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $689 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $710, a difference of $21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Only Turkish Airlines currently operates flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Istanbul Airport on a regular basis.

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

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 50m, compared with 15h 03m via Cairo (CAI) and 16h 50m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer free seat selection. Seat selection is typically fee-based on this route, with availability depending on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $689, about $21 less than Sunday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $629 round-trip in that month - typically $188 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 $516 round-trip on this route - about $381 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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