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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from R5 448

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
May 15 — May 221
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 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 Nisan 2026.

Per 28/519:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Per 4/611:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R9 718
Cum 22/519:30
CPT
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IST
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Cum 5/611:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R9 816
Pzt 4/519:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Cum 15/517:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R9 832
Pzt 18/519:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sal 26/511:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R9 849
Per 7/519:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sal 2/611:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R9 865
Pzt 15/619:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Pzt 22/620:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R9 931
Per 17/913:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Paz 27/913:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 029
Cum 1/519:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Cum 8/511:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 061
Çar 30/919:30
CPT
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IST
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sal 3/1112:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 078
Çar 27/519:30
CPT
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IST
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Çar 3/617:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 110

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 (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 Nisan 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 718

One-way from

R5 448

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 059

Good round-trip deal

R12 757 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 374 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 855 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl 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 15 Nisan 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Çar 6/5

19:30-15:30

1 stop19h 00m

Istanbul

Çar 13/5

17:00-12:55

1 stop20h 55m

R10 519

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Cum 25/9

20:00-17:55

1 stop20h 55m

Istanbul

Paz 11/10

23:30-18:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 188

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sal 4/8

20:00-17:55

1 stop20h 55m

Istanbul

Pzt 31/8

23:30-16:40

1 stop18h 10m

R12 564

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Çar 6/5

19:30-15:30

1 stop19h 00m

Istanbul

Cmt 16/5

11:10-12:40

3 stops50h 30m

R12 892
Fastest return journey

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Çar 23/9

20:00-14:25

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Çar 7/10

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R13 006

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Per 24/9

13:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul

Per 8/10

20:05-19:55

2 stops24h 50m

R13 137

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Çar 23/9

9:00-18:35

2 stops32h 35m

Istanbul

Sal 6/10

20:05-17:30

1 stop22h 25m

R13 137

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sal 15/9

14:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

Istanbul

Cum 18/9

20:05-17:30

1 stop22h 25m

R13 219

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Cmt 26/9

19:30-18:35

1 stop22h 05m

Istanbul

Per 8/10

20:05-17:30

1 stop22h 25m

R13 497

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Çar 6/5

15:25-12:35

2 stops44h 10m

Istanbul

Çar 13/5

13:50-13:00

2 stops48h 10m

R14 250

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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

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 10 April 2026.

Booking 73 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 589). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 767). 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 Nisan 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?

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 Nisan 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

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. 6 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 19h. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 519. 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?

    Ethiopian Air, at R8 568, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Emirates. Ethiopian Air is priced at 24% 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 299 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R4 599 and Emirates from R6 654 one-way.

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

    Consider Thai Airways (85%), Turkish Airlines (85%) or IndiGo (85%) 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 R6 203. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul) can be booked for R9 849 on average, our data indicates R29 065 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, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl.

  • 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 589). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 767). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Istanbul. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 Nisan 2026.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 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 Nisan 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 568AverageR11 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 808AverageR10 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 941AverageR11 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR10 434AverageR12 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 083AverageR14 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 172AverageR15 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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