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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £389

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 23/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JNB
25 Jun — 2 Jul1
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 26 May 2026.

Thu 4/608:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 23/608:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/5£530
Sat 13/608:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 23/608:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5£549
Sat 13/600:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 20/608:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5£567
Tue 15/914:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/1009:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5£584
Sun 13/914:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/1009:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5£587
Thu 18/616:25
IST
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Emirates
Tue 23/619:10
JNB
-
IST
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 26/5£595
Wed 16/916:25
IST
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Emirates
Thu 1/1022:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop18h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 25/5£596
Sun 13/902:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Emirates
Tue 6/1022:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop15h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 23/5£598
Tue 1/1213:50
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/1213:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5£601
Tue 30/602:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Emirates
Tue 7/713:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop23h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 23/5£602
Thu 18/608:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 25/608:20
JNB
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5£604
Tue 16/603:45
IST
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
Lufthansa
Mon 22/608:45
JNB
-
IST
1 stop16h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/5£608

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 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£549

One-way from

£389

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£593
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 00m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 15m total
  • Istanbul to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 26 May 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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Cheapest return flight

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 16/9

18:35-10:15

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

22:20-14:25

1 stop15h 05m

£598

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 14/9

13:45-04:00

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

14:45-11:55

1 stop20h 10m

£633

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Fri 18/9

20:05-15:20

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

14:45-11:55

1 stop20h 10m

£648

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

11:10-09:00

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

09:25-11:55

3 stops25h 30m

£679

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Sun 13/9

13:45-04:00

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

09:25-18:35

3 stops32h 10m

£722

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

02:05-11:00

Nonstop9h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

18:50-05:55

Nonstop10h 05m

£753

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 4/11

20:10-08:40

1 stop13h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

13:30-12:20

2 stops21h 50m

£754

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Wed 15/7

18:35-16:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

22:20-17:25

1 stop18h 05m

£766

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Tue 11/8

20:05-04:00

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

09:25-11:55

3 stops25h 30m

£780
Fastest return journey

IstanbulJohannesburg

IST - JNB

ISTJNB

Istanbul

Thu 30/7

01:40-10:30

Nonstop9h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

18:00-04:45

Nonstop9h 45m

£785

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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?

Booking 43 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £395). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £610). 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 26 May 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 26 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways 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
1,441 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,441 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience

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 Emirates and Qatar Airways fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 20h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 25m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly 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.. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 33% 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: Thai Airways (94%), IndiGo (93%), Turkish Airlines (93%).

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £395). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £610). 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 airline flying from Istanbul to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline 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 26 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£360Average£384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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