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$499+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CPT
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$741
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$499
(Ethiopian Air)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$901

Good round-trip deal

$904 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,079 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/1511:55 pmIST - CPT
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
lun. 9/222:35 pmCPT - IST
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12$741
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/13:50 amIST - CPT
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/95:50 amCPT - IST
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$822
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/158:05 pmIST - CPT
1 stop15h 45mQatar Airways
lun. 9/223:20 pmCPT - IST
2 stops19h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$870
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/105:05 pmIST - CPT
1 stop29h 20mKLM
mié. 6/183:20 pmCPT - IST
2 stops24h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/10$876
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/142:10 amIST - CPT
1 stop34h 25mEmirates
lun. 9/221:05 pmCPT - IST
1 stop31h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$908
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/301:45 amIST - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines
vie. 8/84:35 pmCPT - IST
Nonstop11h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$985
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/97:00 pmIST - CPT
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
mar. 12/169:30 amCPT - IST
2 stops36h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$991
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/225:55 pmIST - CPT
3 stops44h 40mKenya Airways
lun. 12/12:30 pmCPT - IST
3 stops49h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,132
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/205:35 pmIST - CPT
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
dom. 7/66:55 pmCPT - IST
1 stop20h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,498
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/316:55 amIST - CPT
2 stops31h 30mEgyptair
vie. 8/85:25 pmCPT - IST
2 stops29h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 6/10$1,590

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

lun. 9/15

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 9/22

2:35 pm-4:45 am

1 stop13h 10m

$741

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

sáb. 11/1

3:50 am-5:10 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 11/9

5:50 am-1:00 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$822

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

lun. 9/15

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 9/22

3:20 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 35m

$870

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

dom. 9/14

2:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 9/22

1:05 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$908

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

mié. 7/30

1:45 am-11:50 am

Nonstop11h 05m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/8

4:35 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$985

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

mar. 12/9

7:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 12/16

9:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$991

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

sáb. 11/22

5:55 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops44h 40m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 12/1

2:30 pm-4:55 pm

3 stops49h 25m

$1,132

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

jue. 7/31

6:55 am-1:25 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/8

5:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops29h 40m

$1,590

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

lun. 11/24

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$499

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

dom. 10/5

8:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$526

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from IST to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines from Istanbul to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $741, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $870 and $908, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $499 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from $527 and Qatar Airways from $686 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town consider choosing Thai Airways (79%), Turkish Airlines (79%) or IndiGo (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $791. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $1,070 on average our data indicates $1,854 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$672Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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