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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 490

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 793

One-way from

C$ 490

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 800

Good round-trip deal

C$ 889 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 2025.

Tue 4/38:20 a.m.JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 20/37:35 a.m.IST - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2C$ 793
Sun 13/49:50 a.m.JNB - IST
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Tue 22/47:30 a.m.IST - JNB
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2C$ 844
Thu 6/310:10 a.m.JNB - IST
2 stops30h 55mLufthansa
Wed 19/37:00 p.m.IST - JNB
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2C$ 895
Wed 19/37:05 p.m.JNB - IST
Nonstop10h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/31:50 a.m.IST - JNB
Nonstop9h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 912
Mon 19/511:15 p.m.JNB - IST
2 stops51h 10mAir France
Fri 30/54:20 a.m.IST - JNB
2 stops42h 00mAir France
Deal found 20/2C$ 923
Mon 24/210:20 p.m.JNB - IST
1 stop15h 05mEmirates
Wed 12/38:05 p.m.IST - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEmirates
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,016
Mon 26/54:50 p.m.JNB - IST
2 stops17h 55mRwandAir
Sat 31/51:45 p.m.IST - JNB
2 stops25h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,222
Sat 24/59:05 a.m.JNB - IST
3 stops20h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 31/58:05 p.m.IST - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,250

Find flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul within your budget

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Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

8:20 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 20/3

7:35 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

1 stop13h 25m

C$ 793

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

9:50 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 20/4

2:15 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop19h 20m

C$ 844

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops30h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 19/3

7:00 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop15h 30m

C$ 895

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

7:05 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 25/3

1:50 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Nonstop9h 55m

C$ 912

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

11:15 p.m.-3:25 a.m.

2 stops51h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 30/5

4:20 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops42h 00m

C$ 923

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

6:50 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 28/3

8:05 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

1 stop25h 45m

C$ 1,016

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

4:50 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

2 stops17h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 31/5

1:45 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops25h 35m

C$ 1,222

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

9:05 a.m.-6:20 a.m.

3 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 31/5

8:05 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop21h 05m

C$ 1,250

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

10:00 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop26h 20m

C$ 490

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

8:00 p.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop15h 20m

C$ 558

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 C$ 1,007). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,404). 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 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 793 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, starting at C$ 844 and C$ 895 round-trip. These flights start at 9% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    C$ 490 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from C$ 558 and C$ 680, respectively.

  • 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 Thai Airways (97%), Turkish Airlines (91%) or IndiGo (84%) 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 C$ 973 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 847 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul) is currently priced at C$ 821.

  • 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 vacation 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 C$ 1,007). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,404). 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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