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

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

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

28 flights are operational weekly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of October 2026, there are 4 flights per day flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the morning.

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

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl

How often are flights from Istanbul to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Istanbul and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 259 minutes.

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

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 19% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of October 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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23:55 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 802Ethiopian Air

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23:55 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 349Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

0:05 - 13:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 432Ethiopian Air

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0:05 - 13:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R12 565Ethiopian Air

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23:55 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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15:10 - 5:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R12 598Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

23:55 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 5:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R12 647Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

0:05 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 5:00CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R12 664Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18

13:05 - 23:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 55mdirect

0:55 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

11h 15mdirect

R15 382Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 7

13:05 - 23:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 55mdirect

0:55 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

11h 15mdirect

R15 416Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 7

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R15 581Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12

11:30 - 7:25IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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17:45 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R16 576Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

23:55 - 13:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 4:45CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

12h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R17 388Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

23:55 - 13:00IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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18:35 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R18 101Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

17:20 - 22:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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0:15 - 3:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R18 200Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11

18:35 - 14:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R18 383Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

17:20 - 22:10IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

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23:00 - 3:30CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R18 698Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

1:45 - 11:50IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 05mdirect

16:35 - 4:35CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

11h 00mdirect

R26 820Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12

1:45 - 11:50IST Istanbul-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 05mdirect

16:35 - 4:35CPT Cape Town Intl-IST Istanbul

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R28 013Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12

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Ethiopian Air flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 19

IST23:55Istanbul

15h 15m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 8

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

14h 10m

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IST5:00Istanbul

R11 802

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Oct 26

IST23:55Istanbul

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R12 349

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Nov 12

IST0:05Istanbul

13h 55m

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CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

12h 50m

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IST5:00Istanbul

R12 432

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Jan 18

IST19:05Istanbul

16h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:35Cape Town Intl

Jan 29

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

26h 35m

1 stop

IST22:45Istanbul

R13 758

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Jan 22

IST19:05Istanbul

16h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:35Cape Town Intl

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CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

IST18:10Istanbul

R13 775

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Jan 17

IST6:30Istanbul

26h 10m

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CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

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IST18:10Istanbul

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul Airport and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R15 416 to R19 394.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 802.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport, with most prices found around R14 388. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 184.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R16 849 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport for as low as R14 106 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flight.

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

As of October 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	R8 238
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport in the past 72 hours is R8 238. The best return flight deal from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 802.

The fastest flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Istanbul Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

How far is Istanbul to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between Istanbul and Cape Town Intl is about 8422,4 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 10h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Istanbul Airport and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Airbus A350-900, making up 100,00% of the total bookings.
What is the most popular airline from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Istanbul Airport and Cape Town, the leading airline is Turkish Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 452 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Istanbul Airport to Cape Town
Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town around 7 times per week, with 4 452 momondo users rating the airline 7,4/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in the last 72 hours was R14 389 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R19 821 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

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