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

As of June 2026, 3 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the morning.

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

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

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.

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.

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 to Cape Town on average per week?

As of June 2026, 21 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cape Town each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 257 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul 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 658 Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R19 671 to R13 163. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 551.

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13:45 - 16:45

IST

CPT

28h 00m

2 stops

18:10 - 12:35

CPT

IST

41h 25m

2 stops

R13 551Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6

22:40 - 21:15

IST

CPT

23h 35m

1 stop

12:15 - 22:00

CPT

IST

32h 45m

1 stop

R13 648Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 8

22:40 - 21:15

IST

CPT

23h 35m

1 stop

0:15 - 22:00

CPT

IST

20h 45m

1 stop

R14 183Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Dec 11

3:05 - 11:40

SAW

CPT

33h 35m

1 stop

18:30 - 2:05

CPT

SAW

30h 35m

1 stop

R14 231Emirates

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17

14:05 - 16:40

SAW

CPT

27h 35m

1 stop

18:25 - 13:05

CPT

SAW

17h 40m

1 stop

R14 247Emirates

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

20:00 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

28h 50m

1 stop

R14 264Emirates

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

13:15 - 13:05

CPT

SAW

22h 50m

1 stop

R14 280Emirates

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 1

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

20:00 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

28h 50m

1 stop

R14 296Emirates

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

18:40 - 16:45

IST

CPT

23h 05m

1 stop

20:00 - 18:30

CPT

IST

21h 30m

1 stop

R14 328Emirates

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17

18:35 - 11:30

IST

CPT

17h 55m

1 stop

20:00 - 14:25

CPT

IST

17h 25m

1 stop

R14 345Emirates

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

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Qatar Airways flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Jun 17

IST13:45Istanbul

25h 50m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jun 22

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

28h 20m

1 stop

IST18:35Istanbul

R15 624

Qatar Airways

Oct 8

IST20:05Istanbul

24h 50m

2 stops

CPT19:55Cape Town Intl

Oct 13

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

IST18:35Istanbul

R15 753

Qatar Airways

Jun 18

IST13:45Istanbul

21h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Jul 31

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

IST18:35Istanbul

R15 834

Emirates flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Istanbul to Cape Town flight tickets

Emirates

Nov 4

SAW3:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

33h 35m

1 stop

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 17

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

30h 35m

1 stop

SAW2:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

R14 231

Emirates

Sept 23

SAW14:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

27h 35m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

SAW13:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

R14 247

Emirates

Oct 7

SAW2:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

16h 15m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

Oct 13

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

SAW1:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

R14 264

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IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

13:45-16:45

2 stops28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

18:10-12:35

2 stops41h 25m

R13 551

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 10/11

22:40-21:15

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/12

12:15-22:00

1 stop32h 45m

R13 648

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 10/11

22:40-21:15

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/12

0:15-22:00

1 stop20h 45m

R14 183

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/11

3:05-11:40

1 stop33h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

18:30-2:05

1 stop30h 35m

R14 231

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 23/9

14:05-16:40

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

18:25-13:05

1 stop17h 40m

R14 247

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 7/10

2:50-18:05

1 stop16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

20:00-1:50

1 stop28h 50m

R14 264

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 20/9

2:50-18:05

1 stop16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-13:05

1 stop22h 50m

R14 280

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 7/10

2:50-18:05

1 stop16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

20:00-1:50

1 stop28h 50m

R14 296

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 4/11

18:40-16:45

1 stop23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

20:00-18:30

1 stop21h 30m

R14 328

Fastest return journey

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

18:35-11:30

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

20:00-14:25

1 stop17h 25m

R14 345

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Istanbul, with most prices found around R6 136. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R7 043.

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 R14 054. 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 Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Friday is R19 360.

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 to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Istanbul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R16 123 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 for as low as R9 228 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The fastest flight from Istanbul to Cape Town takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from Istanbul to Cape Town every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul to Cape Town

How far is Istanbul to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl will travel around 8398,4 km. 11h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl Airport as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul 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.

Best airlines flying from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 099	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 410 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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