What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul

How often are flights from Cape Town to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Cape Town and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 149 minutes.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Istanbul Airport is 3 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of November 2025, 21 flights take off from Cape Town and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town, with most prices found around R10 649. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of November, then departing from Cape Town during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 014.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R13 761. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport for around R15 917.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul Airport is in the evening. Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport during this time can be as low as R9 926. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R14 331 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around R12 264 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town for as low as R11 639 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R7 342. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 707.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Istanbul by plane?
Istanbul is 8422,4 km away from Cape Town Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 13h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is Airbus A350-900 (35,12% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (18,60%), Boeing 777-300ER (17,11%), and Airbus A350-1000 (9,52%).
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport is Qatar Airways, representing 50% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Emirates at 22%, Turkish Airlines at 16%, and Ethiopian Air at 8%.

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 448	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 558 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 317	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 405 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 306	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 893 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 922	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 402 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 484 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 904	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 032 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Cape Town to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport start from R11 904 round-trip. Over the 7 Turkish Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually R16 152 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Can I find flights from Cape Town to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

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What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Cape Town to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Cape Town and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 149 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Istanbul Airport is 3 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of November 2025, 21 flights take off from Cape Town and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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