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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul from R4 854

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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 29 January 2026.

Fri 13/312:35
CPT
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IST
1 stop29h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/320:10
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 106
Mon 9/212:35
CPT
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SAW
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/213:40
SAW
-
CPT
1 stop28h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 217
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
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IST
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1220:10
IST
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CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 296
Mon 9/219:00
CPT
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IST
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/213:50
IST
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CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 344
Wed 15/419:30
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SAW
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/413:35
SAW
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 423
Wed 15/419:30
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IST
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/413:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 597
Sun 1/213:40
CPT
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IST
1 stop31h 15m
Emirates
Sun 8/220:05
IST
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CPT
1 stop21h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 27/1R9 804
Fri 20/312:35
CPT
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IST
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/320:05
IST
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CPT
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 851
Sat 14/312:35
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IST
1 stop29h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 21/320:10
IST
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1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 994
Fri 16/1013:15
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SAW
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/1013:35
SAW
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1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R10 121
Wed 13/513:50
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IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 26/50:10
IST
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1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R10 153
Wed 25/213:40
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IST
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Wed 4/323:40
IST
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CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 28/1R10 216

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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 106

One-way from

R4 854

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R10 914
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m 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 29 January 2026.
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Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

13:00-12:10

1 stop22h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 10/5

13:35-11:30

1 stop22h 55m

R9 217

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

12:35-18:40

1 stop29h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

13:50-17:25

1 stop28h 35m

R9 407

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

12:35-12:20

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 22/3

20:10-17:30

1 stop22h 20m

R9 550

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

13:40-21:55

1 stop31h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

20:05-16:45

1 stop21h 40m

R9 804

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

13:40-18:30

1 stop27h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 15/2

23:40-11:40

1 stop37h 00m

R9 804

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

13:40-14:25

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R10 168

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

12:35-12:10

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 14/4

13:35-17:20

1 stop28h 45m

R10 613

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

12:35-12:10

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 29/3

13:35-17:15

1 stop28h 40m

R10 660

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/4

13:15-11:55

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 18/4

20:05-11:30

1 stop16h 25m

R10 676

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

7:40-21:00

1 stop36h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 27/5

14:40-21:25

1 stop31h 45m

R10 708

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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 23 January 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 234). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in April is currently the most expensive (average of R9 248). 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 29 January 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 29 January 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 124 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 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 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 29 January 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
3 490 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 208 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 217. 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 618. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R7 715, and Qatar Airways, from R8 388. 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 271. Emirates flights start at R6 462 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R6 592 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 (87%), Turkish Airlines (87%), IndiGo (87%).

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is generally R32 552, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 702. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R9 106 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 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. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R506 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 234). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in April is currently the most expensive (average of R9 248). 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 29 January 2026.
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KLMCheapestR5 618AverageR11 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 715AverageR11 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 388AverageR10 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 354AverageR11 649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 681AverageR11 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 747AverageR13 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 028AverageR14 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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