How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

A quick flight from Cape Town to Istanbul can take about 16h 10m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 618. Airlines will cover a distance of 8425 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 R6 151. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R8 446, and Qatar Airways, from R9 232. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul for 49% 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 R33 827, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 743. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 194 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 (92%), Turkish Airlines (92%), IndiGo (92%).

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 Air France, Emirates or Ethiopian Air 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 Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by travelling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R232 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 17% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul at least 51 days early can save you up to 12% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 51 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to Istanbul for as little as R11 930 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R13 806 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Istanbul from Cape Town average R12 291. You can even find prices in November for less than R12 291, as users have found deals to Istanbul from as low as R9 169. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Istanbul from Cape Town. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 20%.

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.

R5 609+ Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Cape Town to Istanbul flights typically cost between R10 871 and R14 501 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R10 194 on Qatar Airways (Oct 15-Oct 31).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul

Round-trip from	R10 194
One-way from	R5 609
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R12 174

Qatar Airways
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2 total stops
50h 30m total
Cape Town to Istanbul

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16h 10m total
Cape Town to Istanbul

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 974 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 14 September 2025.

Wed 15/1013:00CPT - IST

1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways

Fri 31/1013:50IST - CPT

1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 194

Tue 11/1112:35CPT - IST

1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 18/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R10 211

Mon 3/1119:00CPT - IST

1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways

Mon 17/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop15h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 263

Tue 21/1013:00CPT - IST

1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 315

Tue 21/1013:00CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 420

Tue 28/1012:35CPT - IST

1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R10 506

Wed 29/1018:55CPT - IST

1 stop35h 05mQatar Airways

Wed 5/1113:50IST - CPT

1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R10 524

Fri 3/1023:55CPT - IST

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Mon 6/104:45IST - CPT

1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R10 871

Fri 3/1023:55CPT - IST

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 10/104:45IST - CPT

1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R11 010

Tue 2/128:00CPT - SAW

1 stop36h 20mKLM

Sat 6/1212:55SAW - CPT

1 stop34h 00mKLM

Deal found 12/9R11 149

Fri 12/918:25CPT - SAW

2 stops21h 45mKLM

Tue 16/98:50SAW - CPT

1 stop37h 35mKLM

Deal found 12/9R11 462

Tue 11/118:00CPT - SAW

1 stop36h 20mKLM

Tue 18/1112:55SAW - CPT

1 stop34h 00mKLM

Deal found 14/9R11 670

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 14 September 2025.

Mon 3/1119:00CPT - IST

1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways

Mon 17/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop15h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R10 645

Tue 11/1123:45CPT - IST

1 stop16h 10mKLM

Tue 18/1117:55IST - CPT

2 stops40h 50mKLM

Deal found 14/9R11 618

Tue 11/1118:25CPT - IST

2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 17/114:50IST - CPT

2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R12 017

Mon 3/1113:40CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 40mEmirates

Mon 17/1114:20SAW - CPT

1 stop27h 25mEmirates

Deal found 13/9R12 260

Tue 11/1117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 17/112:05IST - CPT

1 stop13h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R12 764

Tue 11/118:00CPT - SAW

1 stop36h 20mKLM

Tue 18/1112:55SAW - CPT

1 stop34h 00mKLM

Deal found 14/9R11 670

Mon 27/1012:35CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Fri 7/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R11 687

Tue 11/115:45CPT - SAW

2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 18/1113:40SAW - CPT

2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R12 538

Sat 22/1113:40CPT - SAW

1 stop24h 15mEmirates

Sat 29/1114:20SAW - CPT

1 stop22h 20mEmirates

Deal found 12/9R12 608

Thu 16/1013:00CPT - SAW

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Sun 26/1013:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R12 139

Sat 22/1113:40CPT - IST

1 stop23h 45mEmirates

Fri 28/112:00IST - CPT

1 stop34h 40mEmirates

Deal found 12/9R12 712

Mon 3/1119:00CPT - IST

2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 17/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R13 372

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 14 September 2025.

Tue 11/1117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 17/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R11 739

Mon 3/1117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 10/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R13 250

Tue 28/1017:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 3/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R14 796

Tue 3/317:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 13/41:45IST - CPT

Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R15 438

Mon 27/1017:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 6/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R15 820

Wed 29/1017:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Tue 4/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R16 359

Wed 15/1016:35CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 00mTurkish Airlines

Thu 30/101:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R16 567

Mon 27/1017:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sun 2/111:55IST - CPT

Nonstop10h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R17 748

Tue 7/1016:35CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 00mTurkish Airlines

Mon 13/101:45IST - CPT

Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R17 835

Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul. Data last updated 14 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 12/918:25CPT - SAW

2 stops21h 45mKLM

Tue 16/98:50SAW - CPT

1 stop37h 35mKLM

Deal found 12/9R11 462

Sun 14/913:05CPT - IST

1 stop31h 30mEmirates

Thu 18/919:25IST - CPT

1 stop17h 10mEmirates

Deal found 14/9R11 201

Fri 3/1023:55CPT - IST

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Mon 6/104:45IST - CPT

1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R10 871

Fri 3/1023:55CPT - IST

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 10/104:45IST - CPT

1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R11 010

Wed 15/1013:00CPT - IST

1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways

Fri 31/1013:50IST - CPT

1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 194

Thu 16/1013:00CPT - IST

1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways

Sun 26/1020:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R11 080

Thu 16/1013:00CPT - SAW

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Sun 26/1013:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R12 139

Tue 21/1013:00CPT - IST

1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 315

Tue 21/1013:00CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R10 420

Mon 27/1012:35CPT - SAW

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Fri 7/1113:40SAW - CPT

1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/9R11 687

Tue 28/1012:35CPT - IST

1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 4/1120:10IST - CPT

1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R10 506

Wed 29/1018:55CPT - IST

1 stop35h 05mQatar Airways

Wed 5/1113:50IST - CPT

1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R10 524

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 14 September 2025.

Mon 19/119:00CPT - SAW

1 stop16h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R5 609

Mon 19/119:00CPT - IST

1 stop22h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 13/9R5 748

Tue 23/1212:30CPT - IST

1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R7 120

Thu 9/105:45CPT - IST

2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9R7 693

Tue 23/1212:30CPT - SAW

1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R7 936

Mon 19/119:00CPT - IST

2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R7 971

Mon 19/117:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R8 075

Sat 11/1021:05CPT - IST

2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9R8 127

Mon 19/115:20CPT - SAW

2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R8 527

Sat 11/106:00CPT - SAW

3 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R8 648

Thu 9/1016:35CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R9 638

Tue 23/1217:15CPT - IST

Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9R9 725

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Depart

Return

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Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

19:00-12:20

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 17/11

20:10-10:30

1 stop15h 20m

R10 645

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

23:45-16:55

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 18/11

17:55-9:45

2 stops40h 50m

R11 618

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:00-21:20

1 stop36h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/11

12:55-21:55

1 stop34h 00m

R11 670

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

12:35-12:10

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 7/11

13:40-17:25

1 stop28h 45m

R11 687

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

18:25-16:55

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 17/11

4:50-17:20

2 stops37h 30m

R12 017

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/10

13:00-18:45

1 stop28h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 26/10

13:40-17:30

1 stop28h 50m

R12 139

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

13:40-13:20

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 17/11

14:20-16:45

1 stop27h 25m

R12 260

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

5:45-12:10

2 stops29h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/11

13:40-18:40

2 stops30h 00m

R12 538

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - SAW

CPTSAW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

13:40-14:55

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 29/11

14:20-11:40

1 stop22h 20m

R12 608

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

13:40-14:25

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 28/11

2:00-11:40

1 stop34h 40m

R12 712

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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?

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 50 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 R539). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). 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 32% 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 Monday 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul?

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

3 334 reviews

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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

3 334 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 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

7,8

Good

1 385 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 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

3 624 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 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

3 968 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 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

861 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 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 16h 10m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 618. Airlines will cover a distance of 8425 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 R6 151. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R8 446, and Qatar Airways, from R9 232. 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 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 (92%), Turkish Airlines (92%), IndiGo (92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is generally R33 827, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 743. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay R10 194 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 Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by travelling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R232 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 R539). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R736). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
KLM	CheapestR6 151	AverageR12 092	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR8 446	AverageR11 761	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 232	AverageR11 097	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR10 217	AverageR13 056	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR10 274	AverageR13 870	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 918	AverageR12 353	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 799	AverageR15 639	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to IstanbulExplore 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 14 September 2025.

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