$332+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Istanbul
Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to IstanbulExplore 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 December 12, 2025.
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 December 12, 2025.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Find 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 December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $559 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $332 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $755 |
Good round-trip deal | $743 or less |
Good one-way deal | $472 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 5/1
2:30 pm-4:45 am
1 stop13h 15m
Istanbul
Tue 5/5
12:10 am-1:05 pm
1 stop13h 55m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 2/2
11:59 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop15h 56m
Istanbul
Mon 2/9
4:50 am-10:05 pm
2 stops42h 15m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/8
9:45 pm-2:50 am
1 stop28h 05m
Istanbul
Sun 3/15
6:50 pm-7:10 am
1 stop13h 20m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 1/30
11:59 pm-3:50 am
2 stops26h 51m
Istanbul
Sat 2/14
5:55 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 1/22
7:20 pm-4:55 pm
2 stops20h 35m
Istanbul
Tue 2/3
4:50 am-12:10 pm
1 stop32h 20m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 5/9
9:50 am-1:05 pm
1 stop26h 15m
Istanbul
Sun 5/31
2:10 pm-8:20 am
1 stop19h 10m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/19
10:20 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop19h 10m
Istanbul
Fri 1/23
4:25 pm-5:35 am
1 stop14h 10m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 1/31
6:50 pm-2:25 pm
1 stop18h 35m
Istanbul
Sat 2/14
4:25 pm-10:25 am
1 stop19h 00m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/5
9:50 am-1:05 pm
1 stop26h 15m
Istanbul
Fri 6/19
2:10 pm-8:20 am
1 stop19h 10m
JohannesburgIstanbul
JNB - IST
JNBIST
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 3/12
8:30 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop14h 50m
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 December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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
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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?
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 81 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $509). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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?
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 36% on airfare.
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 39% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $478.
What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 42m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 40m.
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 December 12, 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.
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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 December 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$533 | Average$612 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$552 | Average$570 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$580 | Average$649 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$595 | Average$813 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$659 | Average$718 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |