Istanbul to Johannesburg (IST–JNB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–JNB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and South African Airways lead the route. The flight covers 4,658 miles in approximately 9h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: 6E | 9 | 33X, 359 | 9h17-9h50 | – | Star Alliance | 6E |
| SA South African Airways | 4 | 359 | 9h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · JNB: SAST
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 5:00 PM in Johannesburg.
Turkish passport holders enter South Africa visa-free for stays up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended departure from South Africa with at least 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–JNB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to JNB
İstanbul Airport (IST) and O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and South African Airways. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IST to JNB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to JNB is about 9 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,658 miles (7,496 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Entebbe, Julius Nyerere and Addis Ababa Bole. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.