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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $806, select.
Johannesburg.$806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $806, select.
Johannesburg.$806 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $806, select.
Johannesburg.$806 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $806, select.
Johannesburg.$807 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $807, select.
Johannesburg.$807 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $807, select.
Johannesburg.$808 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $808, select.
Johannesburg.$808 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $808, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $811
May
from $809
Jun
from $806
Jul
from $806
Aug
from $809
Sep
from $807
Oct
from $809
Nov
from $811
Dec
from $813
Jan
from $813
Feb
from $810
Mar
from $824

Direct flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Istanbul to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$806
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $806. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of April 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • Johannesburg is one hour behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Each week, there are ten Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, jump on the 01:15 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 01:55 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your IST to JNB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IST and JNB:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • N'djili Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • $706 is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Return flights start at $806. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from IST to JNB by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Johannesburg in February.

  • When booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to JNB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its leading sights. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in South Africa, consider Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are the start of reasons to visit.

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