Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport from £216

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 21 January 2026.

Fri 8/509:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/514:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1£420
Mon 16/214:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/223:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£425
Mon 26/114:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/223:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£445
Wed 4/223:59
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 56m
KLM
Wed 25/217:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Deal found 20/1£445
Thu 5/223:59
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 56m
KLM
Tue 10/217:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Deal found 19/1£446
Fri 22/522:50
JNB
-
IST
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/600:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1£455
Tue 17/308:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/323:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£456
Thu 22/123:59
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 56m
KLM
Tue 3/204:50
IST
-
JNB
2 stops42h 15m
KLM
Deal found 19/1£461
Fri 30/114:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/207:35
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£464

Find 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 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£420

One-way from

£216

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£465

Good round-trip deal

£480 or less

Good one-way deal

£303 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£4 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul.

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

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OR Tambo

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-05:00

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 23/2

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

£425

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

17:55-22:05

1 stop29h 10m

£445

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

17:55-22:05

1 stop29h 10m

£446

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:25-14:25

1 stop24h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 12/3

01:55-16:35

1 stop15h 40m

£515

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:10-06:05

Nonstop9h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

02:05-10:50

Nonstop9h 45m

£585

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

18:00-04:45

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

01:35-10:30

Nonstop9h 55m

£586

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

14:30-17:35

2 stops26h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 2/6

00:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

£589

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:05-06:00

Nonstop9h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 22/2

02:05-10:50

Nonstop9h 45m

£611

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:05-06:00

Nonstop9h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

02:05-10:50

Nonstop9h 45m

£611

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

18:00-04:45

Nonstop9h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

01:35-10:30

Nonstop9h 55m

£612

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport

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 16 January 2026.

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 81 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £378). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £430). 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 21 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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 21 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport can take about 13h 30m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £425. There are 4654 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Istanbul Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Qatar Airways, at £377, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. Qatar Airways is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 Turkish Airlines (73%), IndiGo (70%) or Thai Airways (57%) 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 £425 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £267 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) is currently priced at £450.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £378). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £430). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£377Average£429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£408Average£443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£429Average£485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£446Average£507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£465Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£477Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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