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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul from R5 348

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:05
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IST
26h 15m1 stop
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14:10 - 8:20
IST
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JNB
19h 10m1 stop
R9 569Etihad Airways
Sun, May 10 - Thu, Jun 11
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14:30 - 4:45
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IST
13h 15m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:10 - 13:05
IST
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JNB
13h 55m1 stop
R9 754Ethiopian Air
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
Qatar Airways Logo
20:30 - 12:20
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IST
14h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:00 - 3:55
IST
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JNB
16h 55m1 stop
R9 787Qatar Airways
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
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8:20 - 21:20
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IST
12h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 - 20:10
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13h 35m1 stop
R9 804Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 11:55
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IST
20h 10m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 9:00
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20h 15m1 stop
R9 871Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 21:20
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12h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:55 - 13:05
IST
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14h 10m1 stop
R9 905Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 2
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:05
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26h 15m1 stop
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14:10 - 8:20
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19h 10m1 stop
R9 939Etihad Airways
Sun, May 10 - Wed, Jun 3
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23:59 - 16:55
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15h 56m1 stop
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17:55 - 22:05
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29h 10m1 stop
R9 955KLM
Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1
Qatar Airways Logo
20:30 - 12:20
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14h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:50 - 8:40
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19h 50m1 stop
R10 023Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10
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8:20 - 21:20
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12h 00m1 stop
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11:35 - 3:55
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17h 20m2 stops
R10 039Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

Air France flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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Air France
Jan 25
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 51m
2 stops
IST3:50Istanbul
Jan 29
IST4:50Istanbul
42h 15m
2 stops
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 998
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Air France
Dec 26
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 51m
2 stops
IST3:50Istanbul
Jan 29
IST4:50Istanbul
42h 15m
2 stops
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 015
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Air France
Dec 27
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 51m
2 stops
IST3:50Istanbul
Jan 28
IST4:50Istanbul
42h 15m
2 stops
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 368
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Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport

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Emirates
Jan 13
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m
1 stop
IST14:25Istanbul
Feb 16
IST16:25Istanbul
14h 10m
1 stop
JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 637
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Emirates
Jan 8
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m
1 stop
IST14:25Istanbul
Jan 22
IST23:40Istanbul
17h 55m
1 stop
JNB16:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 654
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Emirates
Jan 19
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m
1 stop
IST18:30Istanbul
Jan 23
IST20:05Istanbul
21h 30m
1 stop
JNB16:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 671
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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 15 December 2025.
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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 11/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 569

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:30-4:45

1 stop13h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

0:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R9 754

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

20:30-12:20

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

12:00-3:55

1 stop16h 55m

R9 787

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

7:35-20:10

1 stop13h 35m

R9 804

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

14:45-11:55

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 9/4

13:45-9:00

1 stop20h 15m

R9 871

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 2/2

23:55-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

R9 905

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 939

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Sun 1/2

17:55-22:05

1 stop29h 10m

R9 955

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:30-12:20

1 stop14h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

13:50-8:40

1 stop19h 50m

R10 023

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

8:20-21:20

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

11:35-3:55

2 stops17h 20m

R10 039

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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 602. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R9 703.

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 R12 378. 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 040.

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 424. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R13 091 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 R10 763 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 258 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 40m

Direct flights

Every day
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 40m
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. 9h 40m 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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Rating
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LufthansaPriceFrom R8 031Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 631 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R8 656Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 683 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R8 911Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 430 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R9 097Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 332 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R9 369Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 440 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R9 499Free CancellationRating
7,2
911 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom R9 700Free CancellationRating
6,5
392 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R10 553Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 100 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R10 851Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 506 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R13 060Free CancellationRating
7,7
37 reviews
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