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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,066. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.C$694 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 21.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed., Oct. 21, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$694, select.

Cape Town.C$710 per passenger.Departing Sat., Nov. 21.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul on Sat., Nov. 21, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$710, select.

Cape Town.C$712 per passenger.Departing Tue., Feb. 9.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue., Feb. 9, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$712, select.

Cape Town.C$715 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 7.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon., Jun. 7, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$715, select.

Cape Town.C$719 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 1.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue., Dec. 1, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$719, select.

Cape Town.C$720 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 1.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Apr. 1, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$720, select.

Cape Town.C$734 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 19.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue., Jan. 19, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$734, select.

Cape Town.C$741 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 11.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Mar. 11, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$741, select.

Cape Town.C$749 per passenger.Departing Mon., Sep. 28.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon., Sep. 28, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$749, select.

Cape Town.C$816 per passenger.Departing Thu., May 6.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu., May 6, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$816, select.

Cape Town.C$820 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 1.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Jul. 1, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$820, select.

Cape Town.C$824 per passenger.Departing Mon., Dec. 7.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon., Dec. 7, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$824, select.

Cape Town.C$825 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 16.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon., Nov. 16, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$825, select.

Cape Town.C$831 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 31.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat., Oct. 31, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$831, select.

Cape Town.C$973 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 9.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Sep. 9, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$973, select.

Cape Town.C$976 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 22.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Sun., Aug. 22, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$976, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Istanbul to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	C$694
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	11 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	26

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 C$1,065. 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 4 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Cape Town?

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 26 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 November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport on Wednesday, November 25, 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 4 minutes.

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know

Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town one hour behind Istanbul.
Flights from IST to CPT start at 01:45 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 01:55 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Cape Town (and maybe even some other great corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IST and CPT:
- Hamad International Airport
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
- Addis Ababa Airport

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

C$694 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$1,065. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from IST to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

To get to Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)

If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and find adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

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

From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

November is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cape Town in March.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its leading attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.