JNB - IST

C$ 494 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul departing on 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
C$ 674
Typical prices: C$ 768-C$ 947
Air Algerie
Wed 13/5Sun 17/5
JNB - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,001
Typical prices: C$ 941-C$ 1,202
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/6Wed 10/6
JNB - IST • Direct
Advice from real travellers
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
For a smooth departure, use Gautrain to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Use the M11 Metro Line from Istanbul Airport to the city.
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Air Algerie
Cheapest • from C$ 674 (round-trip)
Qatar Airways
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 9h 42m
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Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Afternoon flights
Best time • Fewest delays
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Algiers (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 688 (round-trip)
Dubai (DXB)
Shortest trip • 15h 05m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul (JNB-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
JNB
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IST
25h 15m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
5:00 a.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
26h 25m
1 stop
C$ 674Air Algerie
Wed, 22 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
JNB
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IST
25h 15m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
4:25 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
15h 00m
1 stop
C$ 682Air Algerie
Wed, 22 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
JNB
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IST
15h 50m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
4:25 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
15h 00m
1 stop
C$ 687Air Algerie
Sat, 28 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr
Air Algerie Logo
10:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
JNB
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IST
15h 45m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
4:25 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
15h 00m
1 stop
C$ 694Air Algerie
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
JNB
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IST
15h 55m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
8:30 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
C$ 696Air Algerie
Sat, 25 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:45 a.m.
JNB
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IST
28h 20m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
8:30 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
C$ 697Air Algerie
Mon, 6 Apr - Sat, 20 Jun
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:45 a.m.
JNB
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IST
28h 20m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
4:45 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
38h 40m
1 stop
C$ 698Air Algerie
Wed, 22 Apr - Fri, 8 May
Air Algerie Logo
10:25 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
JNB
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IST
25h 15m
1 stop
Air Algerie Logo
5:00 a.m. - 6:25 a.m.
IST
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JNB
26h 25m
1 stop
C$ 700Air Algerie
Sun, 12 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
JNB
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IST
25h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
1:50 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.
IST
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JNB
19h 25m
1 stop
C$ 787Etihad Airways
Sun, 5 Apr - Sat, 20 Jun
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
JNB
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IST
25h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:10 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.
IST
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JNB
19h 10m
1 stop
C$ 789Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport departing in May.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost C$ 775 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,011 and C$ 960 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 688 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul

 
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightC$ 494
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport was C$ 494 for a one-way ticket and C$ 674 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Lufthansa, and South African offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Johannesburg to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    There are direct flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,155 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3737 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.5Boarding
7.3Entertainment
7.3Food
7.9Crew
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Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Mar 2026
SYD - DOH
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Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

I paid extra for seating when first booking flight to be in a comfortable economy seat They still changed it to a middle seat regardless. When I asked for it to be changed back to aisle, they could only give me one at the back of the plane in the least comfortable seats.

The boarding experience did not follow the Zones that were listed on the boarding passes. This was a two-level aircraft with many passengers. Because zones were not called out by the airline staff, there was simply a mob trying to board and it was not a pleasant experience.

Flight departed punctually on time. Unfortunately it seems because the destination airport is a secondary airport the airline sees it fit to operate a plane with lower comfort and offerings. There was no inflight entertainment, wifi or let alone a screen to at least track flight status for remaining flight time.

Nice airline. I was in a really weird seat which had extra leg room, but no basket or stowage. And the people next to me were pretty noisy during the flight, so it was hard to rest. I wish staff came around to pick up trash more often as I had no where to put it except my lap or the floor.

I always fly with Qatar air and you are the best. Keep up the good wor, after travelling with Qatar Air More than 80 times, you never offer to upgrade me.but it happened to my friend companion some time. Any how i still enjoying travelling with Qatar air and wait one day to upgrade me too. Best Regards

You are the best, keep up the good work. Thank you for allowing me and my family to fly with comfort.i am waiting for upgrade some day. Thanks again

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

I wish I knew in advance that the connecting flight was by indigo air

Everything you need to know for your flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)
Istanbul (IST)