Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from £378
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 81 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 22 September 2026.
Fri 20/1115:10 -
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Deal found 20/9£538
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Deal found 18/9£539
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Deal found 21/9£575
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Deal found 19/9£578
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Deal found 21/9£595
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Deal found 17/9£602
Fri 25/918:25 -
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Deal found 21/9£614
Mon 2/1114:00 -
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Mon 9/1113:05 -
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Deal found 18/9£618
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Deal found 21/9£620
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Deal found 20/9£626
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 22 September 2026.
Fri 20/1115:10 -
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Sat 28/1107:35 -
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Deal found 20/9£538
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Deal found 21/9£636
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Deal found 19/9£646
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Deal found 22/9£664
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Deal found 17/9£845
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Deal found 18/9£539
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Wed 11/1102:05 -
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Deal found 18/9£735
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Deal found 22/9£765
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Deal found 22/9£842
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 22 September 2026.
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Deal found 18/9£997
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Deal found 17/9£1,055
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Deal found 21/9£1,117
Sat 12/1217:15 -
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Sat 19/1213:05 -
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Deal found 21/9£1,190
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul. Data last updated 22 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 19/9£578
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Deal found 17/9£602
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Deal found 21/9£575
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Deal found 21/9£614
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Deal found 21/9£641
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Deal found 21/9£664
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Deal found 21/9£666
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Tue 3/1113:05 -
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Deal found 20/9£626
Mon 5/1013:50 -
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Thu 15/1008:00 -
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Deal found 18/9£539
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 22 September 2026.
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Deal found 17/9£378
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Deal found 20/9£525
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 22 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 26/10
17:15-05:30
Nonstop11h 15m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£378
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Sat 24/10
14:00-04:40
1 stop13h 40m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£525
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Fri 20/11
15:10-05:00
1 stop12h 50m
Istanbul
Sat 28/11
07:35-14:10
1 stop31h 35m
£538
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 5/10
13:50-04:45
1 stop13h 55m
Istanbul
Thu 15/10
08:00-14:10
1 stop31h 10m
£539
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Wed 4/11
17:15-05:30
Nonstop11h 15m
Istanbul
Tue 17/11
02:00-17:30
1 stop16h 30m
£636
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/11
14:00-05:55
1 stop14h 55m
Istanbul
Mon 23/11
02:00-12:05
Nonstop11h 05m
£646
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/10
07:40-03:30
2 stops18h 50m
Istanbul
Sat 10/10
17:20-05:50
1 stop37h 30m
£664
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Thu 22/10
16:35-04:35
Nonstop11h 00m
Istanbul
Wed 11/11
02:05-17:30
1 stop16h 25m
£735
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Mon 22/2
14:00-05:55
1 stop14h 55m
Istanbul
Mon 8/3
13:05-23:00
Nonstop10h 55m
£765
Cape TownIstanbul
CPT Cape Town Intl - IST Istanbul
CPTIST
Cape Town Intl
Thu 22/10
16:35-04:35
Nonstop11h 00m
Istanbul
Wed 11/11
02:00-12:05
Nonstop11h 05m
£842
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 80 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £469). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £620). 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 22 September 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £468 and £569 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £538 on Ethiopian Air (20 Nov–28 Nov).
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 22 September 2026.
The most flights from CPT to IST are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Istanbul delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 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 early afternoon 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 Tuesday 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 7% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £483.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 28m.
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 22 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
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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 4 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
For as low as £538, Ethiopian Air can have you in Istanbul Airport from Cape Town in 12h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5235 mi. 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 Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £439. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from £477, and Turkish Airlines, from £582. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
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 Airport on time: Thai Airways (93%), Turkish Airlines (93%), South African (93%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is generally £916, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £309. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £738 for that flight.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £469). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £620). 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.
Explore flights to Istanbul departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 22 September 2026.
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Discover the top 3 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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