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Flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs215,739. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.Rs141,468 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,468, select.

Cape Town.Rs143,339 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs143,339, select.

Cape Town.Rs145,034 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs145,034, select.

Cape Town.Rs145,326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs145,326, select.

Cape Town.Rs146,847 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs146,847, select.

Cape Town.Rs149,204 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs149,204, select.

Cape Town.Rs152,721 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,721, select.

Cape Town.Rs156,091 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,091, select.

Cape Town.Rs156,162 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,162, select.

Cape Town.Rs156,258 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,258, select.

Cape Town.Rs156,348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,348, select.

Cape Town.Rs156,457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,457, select.

Cape Town.Rs220,903 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs220,903, select.

Cape Town.Rs221,597 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs221,597, select.

Cape Town.Rs224,098 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs224,098, select.

Cape Town.Rs224,098 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs224,098, select.

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Istanbul to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	Rs141,468
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	11 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airline	Thai Airways
Average flights per week	57

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Cape Town is Rs213,305. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town?

11 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Istanbul to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Cape Town?

Thai Airways, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Cape Town.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Cape Town?

As of April 2026, there are 57 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 29 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Cape Town Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 1 minute.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) jetting off from here.
The average time for a direct Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport flight is 11 hours.
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Istanbul.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). There are 7 direct services each week. Turkish Airlines operates a 1:45am departure between IST and CPT.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to CPT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) depart from this terminal.
When leaving from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from IST to CPT.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Istanbul to CPT with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and CPT include:
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Airport:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CPT:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to CPT flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Have a late flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CPT and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

From Cape Town International Airport, central Cape Town is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Rs141,468 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs213,305. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your Istanbul to CPT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC.

More about Cape Town

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Cape Town International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are highlights which should be on any well-planned Cape Town itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

Cape Town will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. Around 121 kilometres northwest of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum.
Any trip through South Africa wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Ceres. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town.