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

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 25m.

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 362 minutes.

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 October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R13 258.

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

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 40m.

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

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of October 2025, 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.

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. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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.

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

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

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.

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There is 1 operator available for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of October 2025.

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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R15 793 to R18 879. The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 483.

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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 May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Istanbul Airport, with most prices found around R14 327. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 517.

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 705. 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 R23 194.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in the evening for as low as R13 282. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R15 154 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 427 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 345 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to Cape Town Intl 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 14% 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 2025, prices for Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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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 13h 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 2025.
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 86,11% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 11,11% and Boeing 777-300ER with 2,78%.
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 flies from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town around 7 times per week, with 4 031 momondo users rating the airline 7,3/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in the last 72 hours was R8 625 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R15 019 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to Cape Town Intl 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 14% 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 2025, prices for Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air 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 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 362 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.

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. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R13 258.

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

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 40m.

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

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 25m.

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

As of October 2025, 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.

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 October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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