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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul from R4 870

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13:55 - 18:45JNB-SAW
27h 50m1 stop
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13:35 - 16:10SAW-JNB
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13:55 - 12:10JNB-SAW
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20:05 - 16:10SAW-JNB
21h 05m1 stop
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9:50 - 13:05JNB-IST
26h 15m1 stop
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14:10 - 8:20IST-JNB
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Thu, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 8
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9:50 - 13:05JNB-IST
26h 15m1 stop
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7:30 - 8:20IST-JNB
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8:20 - 21:10JNB-IST
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8:00 - 20:10IST-JNB
13h 10m1 stop
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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8:20 - 21:10JNB-IST
11h 50m1 stop
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8:00 - 20:10IST-JNB
13h 10m1 stop
R9 952Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 25
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23:15 - 23:00JNB-SAW
22h 45m1 stop
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12:40 - 21:20SAW-JNB
33h 40m1 stop
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23:15 - 21:05JNB-SAW
20h 50m1 stop
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12:40 - 21:35SAW-JNB
33h 55m1 stop
R10 182KLM
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13:25 - 17:55JNB-IST
27h 30m1 stop
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16:25 - 16:15IST-JNB
24h 50m1 stop
R11 581Emirates
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22:20 - 18:30JNB-IST
19h 10m1 stop
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16:25 - 5:35IST-JNB
14h 10m1 stop
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Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Our best Emirates deals on Johannesburg to Istanbul flight tickets
Emirates
Sept 1
JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 30m
1 stop
IST17:55Istanbul
Sept 20
IST16:25Istanbul
24h 50m
1 stop
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Nov 27
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m
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IST18:30Istanbul
Jan 18
IST16:25Istanbul
14h 10m
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JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Emirates
Aug 19
JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m
1 stop
SAW13:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Aug 27
SAW14:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
16h 25m
1 stop
JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 643
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Sept 25
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m
1 stop
IST13:05Istanbul
Oct 8
IST14:10Istanbul
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Sept 4
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m
1 stop
IST13:05Istanbul
Sept 18
IST7:30Istanbul
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Etihad Airways
Nov 3
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 05m
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IST12:55Istanbul
Nov 10
IST7:25Istanbul
25h 55m
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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul 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, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 11 August 2025.
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

13:55-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 18/9

13:35-16:10

1 stop27h 35m

R9 155

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

13:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 18/9

20:05-16:10

1 stop21h 05m

R9 190

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 8/10

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 633

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 845

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 934

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 25/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 952

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

23:15-23:00

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 24/9

12:40-21:20

1 stop33h 40m

R10 146

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - SAW

JNBSAW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

23:15-21:05

1 stop20h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 15/9

12:40-21:35

1 stop33h 55m

R10 182

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

13:25-17:55

1 stop27h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

16:25-16:15

1 stop24h 50m

R11 581

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:20-18:30

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 18/1

16:25-5:35

1 stop14h 10m

R11 917

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R10 040. If you are unable to visit Istanbul during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R10 571.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from Johannesburg is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R13 665. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Istanbul is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R15 334.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R9 923. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R14 162.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul for the best Johannesburg - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around R11 426 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Johannesburg for as low as R10 961 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found

R4 870

Fastest flight time

9h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R4 870. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 155.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul takes 9h 45m
Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Istanbul by plane?

    Istanbul is 7471,3 km away from Johannesburg. Flights usually cover this in 11h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul

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Rating
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Price
LufthansaPriceFrom R8 503Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 302 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R8 545Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 381 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R8 592Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 941 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R8 701Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 467 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R8 962Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 232 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R9 080Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 604 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R9 481Free CancellationRating
7,2
819 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom R9 870Free CancellationRating
6,5
362 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R10 193Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 315 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R13 752Free CancellationRating
7,5
33 reviews
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Yes. All flights to Istanbul from Johannesburg on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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