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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport from £339

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — IST
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
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 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 1 March 2026.

Wed 27/513:50
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/600:10
IST
-
CPT
1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2£432
Mon 9/314:35
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/323:55
IST
-
CPT
1 stop15h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2£440
Wed 15/413:50
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/400:10
IST
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3£445
Mon 20/413:50
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/523:55
IST
-
CPT
1 stop14h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2£447
Sun 26/413:50
CPT
-
IST
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/523:55
IST
-
CPT
1 stop14h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2£456
Sat 9/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/511:40
IST
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/3£488
Mon 1/616:35
CPT
-
IST
Nonstop11h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/601:45
IST
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/2£491
Sun 1/318:55
CPT
-
IST
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/313:50
IST
-
CPT
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/2£498
Tue 3/308:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop31h 55m
KLM
Tue 14/406:00
IST
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
KLM
Deal found 28/2£503
Tue 3/313:40
CPT
-
IST
1 stop34h 15m
Emirates
Tue 14/419:35
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 26/2£508
Fri 6/313:40
CPT
-
IST
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Thu 19/323:40
IST
-
CPT
1 stop37h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 1/3£513

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 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£432

One-way from

£339

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£501

Good round-trip deal

£500 or less

Good one-way deal

£303 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

13:50-04:45

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 21/4

00:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

£445

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£495

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

18:25-01:10

1 stop29h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

£516

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

18:25-16:55

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

17:55-21:55

1 stop29h 00m

£541

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

23:15-01:20

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 30/4

04:25-05:50

2 stops26h 25m

£543

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£611

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

16:35-04:35

Nonstop11h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 18/8

01:45-11:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£649

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

13:15-21:35

1 stop31h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

19:35-14:35

2 stops44h 00m

£659

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

13:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

19:35-14:35

2 stops44h 00m

£659

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

06:05-13:05

2 stops30h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

14:10-14:35

2 stops25h 25m

£691

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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 27 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 63 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £390). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £446). 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 1 March 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.

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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 1 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

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
3,536 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

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
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

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
4,239 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,536 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

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?

    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 3 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 3 different airlines.

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

    For as low as £495, 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 £430. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from £473, and Turkish Airlines, from £577. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport for 16% 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 (85%), Turkish Airlines (85%), IndiGo (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is generally £762, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £287. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £732 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport (average of £390). Flying from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £446). 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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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 March 2026.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£430Average£472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£473Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£577Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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