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$338+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Istanbul (IST)

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 28, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:50 amJNB - IST
1 stop31h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/192:00 pmIST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/28$563
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/242:30 pmJNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/297:35 amIST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$564
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:20 amJNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/27:35 amIST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$565
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/172:30 pmJNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/227:35 amIST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$566
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:50 amJNB - IST
1 stop31h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/32:00 pmIST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/26$570
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:50 amJNB - IST
1 stop19h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/12:00 pmIST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/27$585
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:30 pmJNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/912:05 amIST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/26$586
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/172:30 pmJNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/2912:05 amIST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/26$588
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/269:45 pmJNB - IST
1 stop28h 05mEgyptair
Tue 11/182:00 pmIST - JNB
1 stop18h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 10/26$595
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2511:59 pmJNB - IST
1 stop15h 56mKLM
Mon 1/195:55 pmIST - JNB
1 stop29h 10mKLM
Deal found 10/27$596
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:59 pmJNB - IST
1 stop15h 56mKLM
Mon 12/15:55 pmIST - JNB
1 stop29h 10mKLM
Deal found 10/27$597

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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$564
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$338
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$637

Good round-trip deal

$654 or less

Good one-way deal

$406 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

11:59 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Sat 2/14

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$597

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

11:59 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$598

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

9:50 am-6:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

7:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop25h 50m

$606

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

11:59 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Fri 11/28

4:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$611

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

9:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop19h 20m

$613

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/28

2:30 pm-5:00 am

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 12/27

12:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$619

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

9:50 am-6:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 11/29

7:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop25h 50m

$626

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

7:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 2/14

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$629

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

11:59 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

5:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$629

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

8:20 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$352

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Deals found on 10/26

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport

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 October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $507). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $580). 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 October 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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 October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,658 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,283 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,029 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
877 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport will take you 15h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4654 mi.

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

    Qatar Airways, at $533, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. Qatar Airways is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $352 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $401 and $410, 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 Turkish Airlines (79%), IndiGo (78%) or Thai Airways (77%) 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?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $652, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $377. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Istanbul), is priced around $591.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $507). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $580). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$533Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$552Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$584Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$595Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$659Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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