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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul from R5 366

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:55JNB-IST
26h 05m1 stop
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14:00 - 8:20IST-JNB
19h 20m1 stop
R9 499Etihad Airways
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Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 3
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9:50 - 13:05JNB-IST
26h 15m1 stop
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19:30 - 8:20IST-JNB
13h 50m1 stop
R9 516Etihad Airways
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Thu, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 30
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 6:15JNB-IST
19h 25m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:10 - 8:20IST-JNB
19h 10m1 stop
R9 620Etihad Airways
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
Qatar Airways Logo
9:25 - 18:40JNB-IST
32h 15m1 stop
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13:50 - 15:35IST-JNB
26h 45m1 stop
R10 402Qatar Airways
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
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8:20 - 21:10JNB-IST
11h 50m1 stop
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0:05 - 13:05IST-JNB
14h 00m1 stop
R10 593Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 21:20JNB-IST
12h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:55 - 13:05IST-JNB
14h 10m1 stop
R10 627Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Feb 16
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 17:55JNB-IST
30h 50m1 stop
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19:25 - 20:50IST-JNB
26h 25m1 stop
R10 853Emirates
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Thu, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 10
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 17:55JNB-IST
27h 30m1 stop
Emirates Logo
16:25 - 20:50IST-JNB
29h 25m1 stop
R10 870Emirates
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Thu, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 10
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 17:50JNB-IST
19h 05m1 stop
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3:50 - 7:10IST-JNB
28h 20m1 stop
R11 687Egyptair
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 7:00JNB-IST
16h 15m1 stop
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13:50 - 3:55IST-JNB
15h 05m1 stop
R12 069Qatar Airways
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Egyptair flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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Egyptair
Nov 24
JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m
1 stop
IST17:50Istanbul
Nov 28
IST3:50Istanbul
28h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 687
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Egyptair
Sept 28
JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m
1 stop
IST2:50Istanbul
Oct 9
IST4:30Istanbul
27h 40m
1 stop
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 458
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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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Ethiopian Air
Sept 25
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 50m
1 stop
IST21:10Istanbul
Oct 2
IST8:00Istanbul
13h 10m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 811
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 23
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 50m
1 stop
IST21:10Istanbul
Sept 30
IST8:00Istanbul
13h 10m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 950
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 23
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 50m
1 stop
IST21:10Istanbul
Oct 2
IST8:00Istanbul
13h 10m
1 stop
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 072
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport 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 18 September 2025.
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 3/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R9 499

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 30/10

19:30-8:20

1 stop13h 50m

R9 516

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 21/10

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 620

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

9:25-18:40

1 stop32h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

13:50-15:35

1 stop26h 45m

R10 402

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 28/10

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R10 593

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 16/2

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

R10 627

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

10:05-17:55

1 stop30h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

19:25-20:50

1 stop26h 25m

R10 853

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

13:25-17:55

1 stop27h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

16:25-20:50

1 stop29h 25m

R10 870

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

21:45-17:50

1 stop19h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 28/11

3:50-7:10

1 stop28h 20m

R11 687

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

13:45-7:00

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 15/1

13:50-3:55

1 stop15h 05m

R12 069

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R9 829. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport 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 350.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R13 212. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport for around R14 930.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul Airport is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport during this time can be as low as R9 731. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R13 737 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from Johannesburg in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around R11 203 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Johannesburg for as low as R10 749 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.

Cheap Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

Fastest flight time

9h 45m

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Every day
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 45m
Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport every day.
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Istanbul by plane?

    Johannesburg and Istanbul are 7498,3 km apart from one another. 11h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport?

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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LufthansaPriceFrom R8 339Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 409 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R8 383Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 386 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R8 552Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 468 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R8 943Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 622 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R9 582Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 251 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom R9 768Free CancellationRating
6,5
367 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R9 990Free CancellationRating
7,2
862 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R10 017Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 339 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R10 914Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 965 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R13 486Free CancellationRating
7,7
37 reviews
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