Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from R5 178
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.
Mon 9/212:35
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Qatar Airways
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Mon 13/419:30
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Sun 1/312:35
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Fri 6/312:35
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Sun 15/312:35
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Mon 2/213:40
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Emirates
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1 stop25h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1R10 109
Best flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Fri 17/413:50
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Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air
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Wed 11/318:30
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Emirates
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Thu 16/413:00
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Qatar Airways
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Sun 25/113:40
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Emirates
Tue 3/223:40
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Emirates
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Mon 26/113:40
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Mon 26/118:30
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Direct flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Cape Town to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Mon 9/217:15
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Turkish Airlines
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Wed 15/416:35
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Mon 1/616:35
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Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/1R13 960
Wed 18/317:15
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Mon 13/416:35
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Mon 13/416:35
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Deal found 14/1R15 549
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul. Data last updated 15 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 20/113:40
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Emirates
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Tue 20/113:40
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Tue 20/112:35
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Qatar Airways
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Wed 21/114:35
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Fri 23/18:00
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One-way flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Thu 5/312:35
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Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1R6 423
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Fri 17/4
13:50-4:45
1 stop13h 55m
Istanbul
Tue 21/4
0:10-13:00
1 stop13h 50m
R10 814
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Wed 11/3
18:30-0:55
1 stop29h 25m
Istanbul
Sun 15/3
20:05-11:40
1 stop16h 35m
R11 338
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/5
13:15-17:55
1 stop27h 40m
Istanbul
Sat 9/5
23:30-11:30
1 stop37h 00m
R11 355
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/5
13:15-17:25
1 stop27h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 31/5
19:35-11:30
1 stop16h 55m
R11 355
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 13/4
19:30-11:15
1 stop14h 45m
Istanbul
Fri 17/4
13:45-11:30
1 stop22h 45m
R11 453
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Thu 16/4
13:00-11:15
1 stop21h 15m
Istanbul
Tue 21/4
20:05-11:30
1 stop16h 25m
R11 453
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Sun 25/1
13:40-18:30
1 stop27h 50m
Istanbul
Tue 3/2
23:40-11:40
1 stop37h 00m
R11 666
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 26/1
13:40-21:55
1 stop31h 15m
Istanbul
Tue 3/2
23:40-11:40
1 stop37h 00m
R11 666
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 26/1
18:30-21:55
1 stop26h 25m
Istanbul
Wed 4/2
20:05-16:45
1 stop21h 40m
R11 666
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT - IST
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Thu 16/4
13:00-11:15
1 stop21h 15m
Istanbul
Sun 19/4
20:05-11:30
1 stop16h 25m
R11 699
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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.
Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of R8 618). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 798). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
When flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
The most flights from CPT to IST are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Istanbul delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 15 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways
from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?
Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Istanbul. 7 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
A quick flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport can take about 13h 55m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 814. The distance from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is about 8425 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Lufthansa, at R7 968, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. Lufthansa is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R4 527 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R6 674 and Turkish Airlines from R6 841 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Consider Thai Airways (93%), Turkish Airlines (93%) or IndiGo (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R5 885. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 044 on average, our data indicates R27 978 when flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Most of the time, Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?
Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 21,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R666 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flights?
Of the flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Addis Ababa.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of R8 618). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 798). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
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