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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £448

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JNB
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to OR Tambo

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Best flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Sat 14/200:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/208:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12£448
Thu 22/116:25IST - JNB
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Wed 4/222:20JNB - IST
1 stop15h 05mEmirates
Deal found 30/12£547
Thu 22/120:10IST - JNB
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 4/213:45JNB - IST
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/12£547
Tue 16/614:10IST - JNB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 20/609:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/12£573
Sat 14/204:50IST - JNB
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/219:20JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12£599
Sat 7/200:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 15/214:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12£469
Tue 24/220:10IST - JNB
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 3/312:45JNB - IST
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/12£554

Find flight deals from Istanbul to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£448

One-way from

£329

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£605
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 14/2-19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 00m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 14/2

00:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

08:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

£448

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 7/2

00:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

14:30-05:00

1 stop13h 30m

£469

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 22/1

16:25-05:35

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

22:20-14:25

1 stop15h 05m

£547

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 22/1

20:10-18:40

2 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:45-12:20

1 stop21h 35m

£547

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

20:10-18:40

2 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

12:45-12:20

1 stop22h 35m

£554

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

14:10-08:20

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

09:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

£573

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 14/2

04:50-22:05

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

19:20-03:50

1 stop31h 30m

£599

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

00:05-20:10

1 stop21h 05m

£1,427

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 6/1

00:05-03:55

1 stop28h 50m

£1,427

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

07:35-03:55

1 stop21h 20m

£1,427

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £319). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £382). 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 IST to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 30 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,133 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 14h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 30m. There are 4654 mi between Istanbul Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Etihad Airways, at £359, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Turkish Airlines. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: IndiGo (67%), Thai Airways (57%), Turkish Airlines (46%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to OR Tambo 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 Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £319). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £382). 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 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo. 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 30 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£359Average£381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£500Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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