IST - CPT

$420 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town departing on 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Cape Town, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Cape Town, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$608
Overall average: $984
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/24Mon 12/1
IST - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$937
Typical prices: $960-$1,263
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/20Thu 12/4
IST - CPT • Non-stop
Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Expect lengthy waits at Istanbul's security checkpoints.
CPT is a 30-minute drive from Cape Town CBD.
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Qatar Airways
Cheapest • from $787 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Cape Town (IST-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town

Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
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10:40 pm - 6:45 amIST-CPT
33h 05m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 8:05 pmCPT-IST
30h 35m1 stop
$608Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
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10:25 pm - 10:00 amIST-CPT
36h 35m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 9:05 pmCPT-IST
31h 35m1 stop
$650Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6
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8:10 pm - 5:30 pmIST-CPT
22h 20m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 12:20 pmCPT-IST
22h 45m1 stop
$787Qatar Airways
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Feb 16
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1:50 pm - 5:25 pmIST-CPT
28h 35m1 stop
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7:00 pm - 12:20 pmCPT-IST
16h 20m1 stop
$797Qatar Airways
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 7
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4:50 am - 5:50 amIST-CPT
26h 00m1 stop
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7:55 am - 3:50 amCPT-IST
18h 55m1 stop
$839Air France
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Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8
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4:50 am - 5:50 amIST-CPT
26h 00m1 stop
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7:55 am - 3:50 amCPT-IST
18h 55m1 stop
$840Air France
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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5:55 pm - 12:40 pmIST-CPT
43h 45m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 4:55 pmCPT-IST
21h 30m2 stops
$859KLM
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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5:55 pm - 9:45 amIST-CPT
40h 50m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 4:55 pmCPT-IST
21h 30m2 stops
$860KLM
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26
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11:55 pm - 1:00 pmIST-CPT
14h 05m1 stop
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2:35 pm - 5:00 amCPT-IST
13h 25m1 stop
$901Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 5
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12:05 am - 1:45 pmIST-CPT
14h 40m1 stop
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2:35 pm - 5:00 amCPT-IST
13h 25m1 stop
$902Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Istanbul to Cape Town, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Istanbul, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost $831 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,204 and $1,171 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,044 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Cape Town

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Expect lengthy waits at security checkpoints during busy times. Arrive early to navigate the large terminal efficiently.

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CPT is a 30-minute drive from Cape Town CBD. Use reputable taxis or rideshares like Uber for convenience.

Read more about CPTby Daniel Scheffler
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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$420
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul to Cape Town

When to book flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Istanbul to Cape Town flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town was $420 for a one-way ticket and $608 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Cape Town?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    On your way to Cape Town, you’ll fly out from Istanbul. You’ll be landing at Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul and Cape Town, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town, Qatar Airways or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town are Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $791 and an overall rating of 7.4, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,042 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul and CPT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Cape Town?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Cape Town Intl to Istanbul

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3659 reviews
7.3Food
7.4Comfort
7.5Boarding
7.9Crew
7.4Entertainment
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Excellent service. The personal adaptation of menus and the individual timing of service of them is fantastic.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2025DPS - DOH
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Excellent service. The personal adaptation of menus and the individual timing of service of them is fantastic.

no qatar did noting wrong Kayak messed up my whole vacation . Went early to check in at The Cairo, Egypt airport to find our I had not tickets to board , Kayak and/or Affirm never sent the money for my flight that I paid for and booked. So I had no flight at 12am in a foreign country and I had to scramble and find anther very costly other option just so that could fly home. Fucken horrible experience.

Seated in row 6 you are separated from business class close to the toilets. The is a high panel in front that obscures forward viewing, coupled with no window view. Service is limited as the area is not in view of the attendants. It is closer in proximity to economy than business class.

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

Good. It would be great if comfort seats were available

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

It never happened. Me flight from Doha to São Paulo was lated and the time of waiting for the luggage arrives when we arrived in São Paulo was about 1 hour and half. So it took a lot of time just waiting the luggage of flight that was already late, consequently we lost the flight to Recife with Latam Airlines and had to go to the Qatar office to arrange another flight to us to Recife, that one with Azul Airlines. It was more 4 hours waiting to this other flight to knows that this other flight was delayed too, total of 5 hours more at the airport to waiting to go home :/

I prebooked a comfort plus seat on this flight and therefore the flight was comfy. I got the correct seat in the correct section of the plane that I have booked, that's this. Flight was comfortable. Staff were average on the flight, appearing to be rushed and short in engagement with travellers, perhaps this to maximise there rest time on the flight.

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

The food and drinks were below the normal standard we expect from Turkish Airlines. On a 4 hour flight we received 1 drinks service and 1 food service, the latter was a cheese omlete, which is well below what we have received in the past, such a shame we always recommend this airline..

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

The only hiccup was a change of plane and the resulting delayed departure, otherwise everything was more than OK.

I had a bad experience with the Airline company. I still did not get one of my baggages. I went several times at the Airport looking for the missing luggage.

It was pleasant except for the boarding at Istanbul and long wait for the wheel chair almost missed the flight Itambul to Dubai

The prices and many to choose from: Very unfriendly unprofessional and difficult staff and lacked English skills. Had the pleasure to go to Istanbul in 2022 but went on Jordan Airlines and found Turkey a wonderful place with kind people. The experience as a first time flyer on Turkish Airlines was so disappointing that received not to go into Turkey was so upset about this cruel treatment

We couldn’t fly to Chicago on our booked flight. The flight was overbooked.

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