How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

A quick flight from Cape Town to Istanbul can take about 22h. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 697. 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 R8 427. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R9 204, and KLM, from R9 722. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?

While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is generally R29 732, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 499. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R9 912 for that flight.

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 (98%), Turkish Airlines (98%), IndiGo (98%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Istanbul?

When booking a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul, you may want to consider flying on Qatar Airways, Emirates or Turkish Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

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.

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 LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq, by travelling 51,6 km, 10,5 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R417 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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.

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.

R4 141+ Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 57 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 16 October 2025.

Mon 10/1119:00CPT - SAW

1 stop16h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 25/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/10R10 102

Thu 16/1013:00CPT - IST

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Deal found 15/10R10 362

Mon 10/1112:35CPT - IST

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Tue 25/1112:00IST - CPT

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Deal found 14/10R10 466

Fri 28/1118:55CPT - IST

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Deal found 14/10R10 674

Mon 17/1112:35CPT - IST

1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways

Sun 23/1113:50IST - CPT

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Deal found 15/10R10 692

Thu 6/1118:30CPT - IST

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Wed 12/1116:25IST - CPT

1 stop25h 20mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R10 744

Mon 17/1112:35CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Mon 24/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/10R10 952

Wed 15/1018:25CPT - IST

1 stop22h 30mEmirates

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1 stop16h 35mEmirates

Deal found 13/10R10 986

Fri 14/1113:40CPT - IST

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Fri 21/1123:40IST - CPT

1 stop18h 05mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R11 021

Mon 17/1112:35CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Sun 23/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/10R11 142

Sat 8/1112:35CPT - IST

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Deal found 15/10R11 229

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1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 15/10R11 315

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 16 October 2025.

Mon 13/413:05CPT - IST

1 stop24h 20mEmirates

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1 stop18h 30mEmirates

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1 stop37h 55mKLM

Deal found 15/10R11 697

Thu 6/1118:30CPT - SAW

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Wed 12/1115:55SAW - CPT

1 stop25h 50mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R11 801

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1 stop27h 00mEmirates

Thu 27/111:55IST - CPT

1 stop34h 45mEmirates

Deal found 14/10R12 061

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1 stop36h 20mKLM

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1 stop22h 40mEmirates

Mon 13/43:05SAW - CPT

1 stop33h 30mEmirates

Deal found 14/10R12 268

Wed 12/1118:30CPT - IST

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Tue 25/111:55IST - CPT

1 stop34h 45mEmirates

Deal found 15/10R12 268

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Wed 26/1117:55IST - CPT

2 stops36h 55mKLM

Deal found 15/10R12 338

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1 stop24h 20mEmirates

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Deal found 14/10R12 320

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1 stop16h 40mKLM

Fri 5/1215:45SAW - CPT

1 stop31h 10mKLM

Deal found 15/10R12 702

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1 stop22h 10mEmirates

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Deal found 15/10R12 407

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Deal found 14/10R12 962

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 16 October 2025.

Tue 3/317:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 13/41:45IST - CPT

Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines

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Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

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Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/10R14 729

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Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

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Fri 28/1117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

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Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/10R15 249

Tue 2/1217:15CPT - IST

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Deal found 15/10R15 838

Thu 2/416:40CPT - IST

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Sat 11/41:45IST - CPT

Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/10R16 115

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Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

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Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/10R16 445

Mon 17/1117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sat 22/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/10R16 653

Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul. Data last updated 16 October 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 15/1018:25CPT - IST

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Deal found 15/10R11 229

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Deal found 14/10R10 102

Mon 10/1112:35CPT - IST

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Deal found 14/10R10 466

Fri 14/1113:40CPT - IST

1 stop23h 45mEmirates

Fri 21/1123:40IST - CPT

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Deal found 15/10R11 021

Fri 14/1123:45CPT - SAW

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Deal found 15/10R11 315

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Sun 23/1113:50IST - CPT

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Deal found 15/10R10 692

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Deal found 15/10R10 952

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Sun 23/1113:40SAW - CPT

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Deal found 15/10R11 142

Fri 28/1118:55CPT - IST

1 stop16h 25mQatar Airways

Fri 5/1220:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/10R10 674

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 16 October 2025.

Wed 19/118:45CPT - IST

1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/10R4 141

Sat 8/1112:30CPT - SAW

1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R4 488

Sat 8/1112:30CPT - IST

1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R4 748

Thu 6/1112:30CPT - SAW

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Deal found 15/10R4 869

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1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R4 904

Mon 3/1112:30CPT - SAW

1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R4 991

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Deal found 14/10R5 147

Mon 3/1112:35CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/10R5 510

Mon 3/1119:00CPT - IST

1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/10R5 666

Wed 17/128:45CPT - SAW

2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10R6 325

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul

Round-trip from	R10 102
One-way from	R4 141
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R12 078

Qatar Airways
10/11-25/11
2 total stops
44h 55m total
Cape Town to Istanbul

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19/11
1 total stop
34h 20m total
Cape Town to Istanbul

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 440 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 613 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:05-14:25

1 stop24h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

23:20-16:50

1 stop18h 30m

R11 281

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

18:25-17:25

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 25/11

9:00-21:55

1 stop37h 55m

R11 697

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

18:25-17:25

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 23/11

9:00-21:55

1 stop37h 55m

R11 697

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

18:30-13:20

1 stop17h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/11

15:55-16:45

1 stop25h 50m

R11 801

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

23:45-16:55

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 25/11

17:55-9:45

2 stops40h 50m

R11 801

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

13:40-17:40

1 stop27h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 27/11

1:55-11:40

1 stop34h 45m

R12 061

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

8:00-21:20

1 stop36h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 29/11

9:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R12 095

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

19:00-12:20

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

13:50-17:25

1 stop28h 35m

R12 147

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

13:40-13:20

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 13/4

3:05-11:35

1 stop33h 30m

R12 268

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

18:30-18:30

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 25/11

1:55-11:40

1 stop34h 45m

R12 268

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.

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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?

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 57 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 810). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in April is currently the most expensive (average of R10 102). 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 402 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 651 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 009 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

873 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 374 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 697. 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 R8 427. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R9 204, and KLM, from R9 722. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
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 (98%), Turkish Airlines (98%), IndiGo (98%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is generally R29 732, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 499. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R9 912 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 LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq, by travelling 51,6 km, 10,5 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R417 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 810). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in April is currently the most expensive (average of R10 102). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR8 427	AverageR11 691	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 204	AverageR11 070	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR9 722	AverageR11 968	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR10 289	AverageR13 277	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 859	AverageR12 404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air France	CheapestR11 739	AverageR15 033	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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