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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul from R4 847

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult
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

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
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 27 February 2026.

Thu 11/613:00
CPT
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/613:35
SAW
-
CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R8 773
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/513:35
SAW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2R8 805
Fri 16/1013:15
CPT
-
SAW
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/1013:40
SAW
-
CPT
1 stop28h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2R8 932
Mon 1/613:00
CPT
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/613:35
SAW
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/2R9 091
Sun 26/413:00
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/513:35
SAW
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/2R9 107
Mon 8/613:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/613:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 218
Fri 24/413:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/413:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 234
Thu 11/613:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/620:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 250
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/513:45
IST
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CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2R9 265
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/513:45
IST
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CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2R9 329
Fri 29/513:00
CPT
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/613:35
SAW
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 345
Thu 16/413:00
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SAW
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/413:35
SAW
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 520

Find 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 (TR5). 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 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 773

One-way from

R4 847

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R9 869
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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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 27 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

13:40-17:40

1 stop27h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 14/4

16:25-16:40

1 stop25h 15m

R10 902

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

13:15-14:25

1 stop24h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

16:25-11:30

1 stop20h 05m

R11 061

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

8:00-16:55

1 stop31h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 14/4

4:25-5:50

2 stops26h 25m

R11 077

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

13:00-12:10

1 stop22h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 31/5

13:35-11:30

1 stop22h 55m

R11 093

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

15:20-17:05

2 stops24h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 31/5

14:40-21:25

1 stop31h 45m

R11 522

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

18:25-16:55

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 14/4

4:25-21:45

1 stop18h 20m

R11 586

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:50-4:45

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 16/4

8:00-14:35

1 stop31h 35m

R11 824

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

15:20-20:55

2 stops28h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 31/5

8:50-21:25

1 stop37h 35m

R12 015

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

16:35-4:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

1:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

R12 444

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

13:50-4:45

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 11/7

0:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

R12 953

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul (average of R6 246). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 329). 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 27 February 2026.

When flying from Cape Town to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul

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 27 February 2026.

The most flights from CPT to TR5 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 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday 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 6% 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 27 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Istanbul, such as Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 240 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul. On average, Cape Town Intl has 3 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 7 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Istanbul can take about 22h 10m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 093. Airlines will cover a distance of 8391 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Istanbul round-trip from R5 629. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from R6 253, and Qatar Airways, from R8 407. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 176. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 401 while deals on Emirates start at R6 474 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Istanbul?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cape Town to Istanbul on time: Thai Airways (85%), Turkish Airlines (85%), IndiGo (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is generally R32 570, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 938. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R8 725 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Istanbul?

    Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Istanbul stopover in Doha most frequently. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Cape Town to Istanbul flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Istanbul flights?

    Cape Town to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa least often.

  • 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul (average of R6 246). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 329). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul

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 27 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR5 629AverageR11 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 253AverageR11 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 407AverageR10 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 156AverageR11 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 667AverageR12 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 767AverageR13 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 974AverageR14 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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