How often are flights from Istanbul to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% 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 254 minutes.

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 in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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

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 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Istanbul Airport and Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the lowest average return price of R21 112.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 10m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 10m.

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 day?

As of May 2026, there are 3 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.

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 May 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.

R7 458 Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in 2026

Q: 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 767 to R12 480. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 364.

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Qatar Airways flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

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Jun 3

IST17:00Istanbul

21h 10m

1 stop

CPT13:10Cape Town Intl

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CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

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IST23:55Istanbul

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R14 249

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Jun 18

IST20:05Istanbul

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

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CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

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IST18:35Istanbul

R14 632

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Jun 8

IST13:50Istanbul

25h 20m

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CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

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CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

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Jun 8

IST13:50Istanbul

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CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

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IST14:10Istanbul

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CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport, with most prices found around R13 364. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of June, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R13 414.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R9 391. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R20 368.

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 009 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 R9 043 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 29% 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 May 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% more expensive 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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The fastest flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town takes 20h 05m

Direct flights go from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town every day.

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 20h 05m.
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 May 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 88,10% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 9,52% and Boeing 777-300ER with 2,38%.
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.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 370 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 4 370 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 R8 346 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R12 738 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

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