Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £278

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JNB
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Mon 23/320:30
IST
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
Air Algerie
Sat 4/422:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop25h 15m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/1£401
Tue 16/605:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Air Algerie
Sat 20/622:25
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/1£402
Tue 23/600:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/708:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£520
Sat 20/608:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/708:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£525
Sat 21/307:35
IST
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/408:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£529
Wed 24/614:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/709:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1£534
Sun 22/314:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/409:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1£538
Mon 23/323:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/408:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£539
Tue 24/213:50
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/320:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop14h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1£558
Sun 22/312:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/414:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1£568
Tue 23/600:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/708:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1£573
Tue 10/201:55
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Tue 17/222:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 20/1£575

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 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£401

One-way from

£278

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£572
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 23/3-8/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
28/1
  • 28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£45 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 22/6

20:30-06:25

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

22:25-03:45

1 stop28h 20m

£401

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

16:45-06:25

1 stop38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

22:25-00:40

1 stop25h 15m

£401

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 26/3

01:40-06:30

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

22:25-00:40

1 stop25h 15m

£401

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

05:00-06:25

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

22:25-15:15

1 stop15h 50m

£402

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

08:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

08:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

£525

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sun 22/3

14:00-08:20

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

09:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

£538

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Fri 27/3

14:00-08:20

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

09:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

£538

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Fri 27/3

14:00-08:20

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

09:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

£538

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 23/3

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

08:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

£539

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

13:50-08:40

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

20:30-12:20

1 stop14h 50m

£558

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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 16 January 2026.

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 £320). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of £381). 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 21 January 2026.

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 21 January 2026.
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.

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

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.

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

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.

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

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

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

    Airlines like Air Algerie and Ethiopian Air fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 13h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 45m. 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 £360, 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: Turkish Airlines (68%), IndiGo (66%), Thai Airways (54%).

  • 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 £320). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of £381). 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 21 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£360Average£383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£501Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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