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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from £354

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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 1,010,473 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2024.

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Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/2

17:15-05:35

Nonstop11h 20m

£354

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/2

18:25-21:55

1 stop26h 30m

£364

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/2

06:50-12:20

2 stops28h 30m

£423

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/2

00:35-04:10

2 stops50h 35m

£851

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

13:50-17:50

2 stops27h 00m

£1,316

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

23:00-16:55

2 stops40h 55m

£1,493

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

14:40-06:20

1 stop14h 40m

£1,669

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/11

18:30-18:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 25/11

18:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

£470

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/11

19:50-21:00

2 stops24h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 25/11

18:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

£493

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/11

17:15-05:35

Nonstop11h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 18/11

01:55-12:00

Nonstop11h 05m

£502

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Cheap 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 31 October 2024.

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£470

One-way from

£354

Popular in

December

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February
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 11/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 25/2
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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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 31 October 2024.

Mon 11/1118:30CPT - IST
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Mon 25/1118:55IST - CPT
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 31/10£470
Mon 11/1119:50CPT - IST
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1118:55IST - CPT
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10£493
Tue 12/1117:15CPT - IST
Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 18/1101:55IST - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/10£502
Thu 7/1113:40CPT - IST
1 stop31h 15mEmirates
Sun 17/1123:40IST - CPT
1 stop37h 00mEmirates
Deal found 31/10£554
Tue 3/1213:50CPT - IST
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 30/1218:20IST - CPT
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/10£782
Thu 5/1218:45CPT - IST
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 15/114:45IST - CPT
1 stop22h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/10£856

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 25 October 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 31 October 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport

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 31 October 2024.

The most flights from CPT to IST are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport 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 Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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).

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 31 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines from Cape Town to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,900 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,873 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
783 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 3 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £470. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £502, and Emirates, from £554. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport for 8% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £354. Emirates flights start at £364 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £423 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is generally £610, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £242. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £790 for that flight.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£422Average£484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£463Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£497Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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