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 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.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air 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.

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.

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.

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 285 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 R14 700 to R12 940. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 934.

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20:15 - 22:10

IST

CPT

26h 55m

1 stop

0:10 - 19:30

CPT

IST

18h 20m

1 stop

R13 934Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 12

13:50 - 13:00

IST

CPT

48h 10m

2 stops

13:15 - 12:15

CPT

IST

22h 00m

1 stop

R13 983Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jul 2 - Wed, Jul 29

14:05 - 11:30

SAW

CPT

22h 25m

1 stop

18:25 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

30h 25m

1 stop

R14 309Emirates

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

23:30 - 16:40

IST

CPT

18h 10m

1 stop

13:15 - 21:35

CPT

IST

31h 20m

1 stop

R14 358Emirates

Thu, Jul 2 - Wed, Jul 29

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

20:00 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

28h 50m

1 stop

R14 374Emirates

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2

14:10 - 14:10

IST

CPT

25h 00m

2 stops

20:00 - 21:35

CPT

IST

24h 35m

1 stop

R14 374Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 28

19:35 - 16:40

IST

CPT

22h 05m

1 stop

13:15 - 1:10

CPT

IST

34h 55m

1 stop

R14 390Emirates

Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9

18:35 - 16:40

IST

CPT

23h 05m

1 stop

20:00 - 17:55

CPT

IST

20h 55m

1 stop

R14 407Emirates

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

20:00 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

28h 50m

1 stop

R14 423Emirates

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

2:50 - 18:05

SAW

CPT

16h 15m

1 stop

20:00 - 1:50

CPT

SAW

28h 50m

1 stop

R14 439Emirates

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

Etihad Airways flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Etihad Airways

Jul 1

IST14:10Istanbul

47h 50m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Jul 22

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

44h 55m

2 stops

IST13:05Istanbul

R16 216

Etihad Airways

Jun 8

IST13:45Istanbul

49h 00m

2 stops

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Jun 11

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

45h 00m

2 stops

IST12:35Istanbul

R17 226

Emirates flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Emirates

Sept 8

SAW14:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Sept 15

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

SAW1:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

R14 309

Emirates

Jul 2

IST23:30Istanbul

18h 10m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Jul 29

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

IST21:35Istanbul

R14 358

Emirates

Aug 24

SAW2:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

16h 15m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

Sept 2

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

SAW1:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

R14 374

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Istanbul

Tue 29/9

20:15-22:10

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

0:10-19:30

1 stop18h 20m

R13 934

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IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Thu 2/7

13:50-13:00

2 stops48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

13:15-12:15

1 stop22h 00m

R13 983

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 8/9

14:05-11:30

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

18:25-1:50

1 stop30h 25m

R14 309

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Thu 2/7

23:30-16:40

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

13:15-21:35

1 stop31h 20m

R14 358

IstanbulCape Town

SAW - CPT

SAWCPT

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 24/8

2:50-18:05

1 stop16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

20:00-1:50

1 stop28h 50m

R14 374

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 19/8

14:10-14:10

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/8

20:00-21:35

1 stop24h 35m

R14 374

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 1/7

19:35-16:40

1 stop22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

13:15-1:10

1 stop34h 55m

R14 390

Fastest return journey

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 8/9

18:35-16:40

1 stop23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

20:00-17:55

1 stop20h 55m

R14 407

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 423

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 439

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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 177. 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 089.

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 R15 675 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 R8 833 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 147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 409 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

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Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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Flights from Istanbul to Cape Town 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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