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The lowest prices found within the past 7 days from Johannesburg to Istanbul were £281 for one-way flights and £510 for return flights, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
JNB
Destination airport IATA code
IST
Number of flight options
1
Return price
£510
Average flight time
10 hours 55 mins

Istanbul IST Flight Information

Traveling From
Johannesburg
Origin Airport IATA Code
JNB
Traveling To
Istanbul
Destination Airport IATA Code
IST
Number of Airlines Serving
2
Available Airlines
Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, British Airways
Distance
7493 km
Direct Flight Time
11 55
Flight Price
£510

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Johannesburg and Istanbul?
A direct flight from Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) to Istanbul Airport means more time for thrills and adventure when you arrive at the other end. There are 1 airlines travelling this route nonstop, including Turkish Airlines, which is one of the most popular.
How long is a direct flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul?
The journey usually takes 9 hours and 35 minutes. You will have travelled around 4,600 miles by the time you taxi into Istanbul from Johannesburg.
What are the best airports for Johannesburg to Istanbul flights?
Thinking of going to Istanbul from Johannesburg? These are the most popular flight routes that’ll take you there:

  • JNB to Istanbul Airport - 65 flights per week
  • Johannesburg Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport - 18 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul?
Whether it’s an included meal or warm service, we all have certain in-flight features we look for when picking an airline. Check out these reputable air carriers to find out if one has just what you want:

  • Qatar Airways with 138 flights every month.
  • Ethiopian Airlines with 60 flights every month.
  • British Airways with 30 flights every month.
  • Emirates with 30 flights every month.
  • KLM with 26 flights every month.
  • Singapore Airlines with 21 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Johannesburg to Istanbul?
You’ve got plenty of flexibility when it comes to flying from Johannesburg to Istanbul. With around 9 flights operating daily, the time to escape is up to you.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Johannesburg to Istanbul is October. In the current list of deals available, prices start at £510 and can rise to £609 for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul  

Every day between Johannesburg and Istanbul, 2 flights from 2 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 11hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 7493 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Johannesburg to Istanbul to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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