Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 515

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — IST
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Istanbul
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 1 May 2026.

Tue 12/58:40 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop21h 40m
Air Algerie
Sun 17/54:45 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop17h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/4C$ 698
Tue 23/68:40 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop30h 05m
Air Algerie
Thu 25/61:40 a.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/4C$ 699
Mon 25/58:40 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Air Algerie
Sun 14/64:45 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop17h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/4C$ 701
Wed 5/89:50 a.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/82:10 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4C$ 796
Wed 24/68:55 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop14h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 1/71:45 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4C$ 804
Fri 19/69:50 a.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/62:10 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 835
Wed 13/57:50 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/55:00 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4C$ 889
Mon 22/69:50 a.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/72:10 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 892
Thu 24/99:50 a.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/92:10 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4C$ 896
Wed 13/57:50 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/55:00 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4C$ 906
Sun 24/57:50 p.m.
JNB
-
IST
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/65:00 p.m.
IST
-
JNB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 910

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Round-trip from

C$ 698

One-way from

C$ 515

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 842
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 12/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (C$ 16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

7:50 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 22/5

5:00 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop18h 30m

C$ 889

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

8:55 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 10/8

1:45 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

1 stop20h 15m

C$ 968

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

1:30 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop31h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 4/6

2:10 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop19h 25m

C$ 1,044

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

10:05 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop30h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 29/9

2:10 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

1 stop15h 05m

C$ 1,078

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

12:40 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 18/6

8:05 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

3 stops20h 10m

C$ 1,131

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

7:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 5/6

5:00 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

3 stops42h 35m

C$ 1,138

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

3:05 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

3 stops39h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 22/6

8:05 p.m.-6:10 p.m.

3 stops23h 05m

C$ 1,236

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

9:25 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

3 stops29h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 26/5

11:10 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

3 stops29h 05m

C$ 1,302

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

10:25 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

2 stops28h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 18/5

11:10 a.m.-6:10 p.m.

3 stops32h 00m

C$ 1,305
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

12:40 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop22h 15m

C$ 621

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 767). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,001). 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?

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

    For as low as C$ 889, Qatar Airways can have you in Istanbul Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 18h 40m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Istanbul Airport is about 7490 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Thai Airways (88%), IndiGo (83%) or Turkish Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 767). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,001). 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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