Johannesburg CBD, Johannesburg — flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg
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Flights from Istanbul to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 9h 52m (7,496 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $473 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Johannesburg

Carriers on IST–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $473 one-way. With stops: May 2027, from $392. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$47325 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines—
Nov 2026$47312 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines$441 · 2 stops25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$4762 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines—
Jan 2027$8021 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines$475 · 1 stop13 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$79723 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines$468 · 2 stops23 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$7951 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines$453 · 2 stops2 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$8043 Apr 2027 · Turkish Airlines$494 · 2 stops10 Apr 2027
May 2027$79913 May 2027 · Turkish Airlines$392 · 2 stops14 May 2027
Jul 2027$81731 Jul 2027 · Turkish Airlines$585 · 1 stop31 Jul 2027
Aug 2027$8171 Aug 2027 · Turkish Airlines$456 · 2 stops1 Aug 2027
Sept 2027$77415 Sept 2027 · Turkish Airlines$604 · 1 stop15 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $392 in May 2027, against $441 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Johannesburg, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 9h 52m, covering 7,496 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Johannesburg by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 7,496 km (4,658 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–JNB route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–JNB was $473 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Johannesburg?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in May 2027 were cheapest, from $392 one-way, against $604 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to South Africa?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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