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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from £315

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 90 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 24 July 2026.

Wed 12/815:10
CPT
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 24/900:10
IST
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/7£535
Wed 12/815:10
CPT
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 29/908:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop30h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/7£536
Mon 24/813:50
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 1/908:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop31h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/7£537
Wed 19/815:10
CPT
-
IST
1 stop29h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 17/908:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop30h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/7£539
Wed 2/919:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/911:40
IST
-
CPT
1 stop30h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7£544
Wed 7/1019:30
CPT
-
IST
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/1020:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7£548
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/920:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7£558
Thu 15/1013:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 23/1011:40
IST
-
CPT
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7£572
Fri 7/815:10
CPT
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 29/900:10
IST
-
CPT
1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/7£573
Tue 6/1013:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1020:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7£574

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 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£535

One-way from

£315

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£558

Good round-trip deal

£605 or less

Good one-way deal

£377 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/8-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 12/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

18:00-21:25

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

17:50-09:30

1 stop16h 40m

£643
Fastest return journey

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

13:05-23:00

Nonstop10h 55m

£661

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

17:20-05:35

Nonstop11h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 13/1

02:00-12:05

Nonstop11h 05m

£670

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

23:15-01:20

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 2/9

17:20-21:25

1 stop29h 05m

£710

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 30/8

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£711

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 24/9

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£721

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

18:30-18:30

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 14/1

23:40-18:00

1 stop19h 20m

£724

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 7/9

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£733

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

06:05-12:35

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

13:45-18:35

2 stops29h 50m

£767

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

18:25-12:35

2 stops41h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

13:55-22:50

2 stops33h 55m

£770

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 89 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 £461). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £601). 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 24 July 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 £494 and £666 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £535 on Ethiopian Air (12 Aug–24 Sept).

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 24 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates and Qatar 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,747 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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 4 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as £661, Ethiopian Air can have you in Istanbul Airport from Cape Town in 11h. 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 £435. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Emirates. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport for 14% 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 (98%), Turkish Airlines (98%), IndiGo (98%).

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is generally £533, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £347. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £740 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £461). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £601). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£435Average£487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£478Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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