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$520+ 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CPT
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 November 4, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$729
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$520
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cape Town
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 November 4, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/12:25 pmIST - CPT
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1011:45 amCPT - IST
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$729
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/251:50 pmIST - CPT
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 12/26:10 pmCPT - IST
2 stops41h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$768
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 11/271:55 amIST - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/55:15 pmCPT - IST
Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$941
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/306:20 pmIST - CPT
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/73:20 pmCPT - IST
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/4$947
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/256:55 pmIST - CPT
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Mon 12/23:20 pmCPT - IST
3 stops49h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$965
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 11/241:50 amIST - CPT
1 stop34h 50mEmirates
Mon 12/23:20 pmCPT - IST
2 stops22h 05mEmirates
Deal found 11/4$1,024
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 12/15:55 pmIST - CPT
3 stops44h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 12/1011:00 pmCPT - IST
2 stops40h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,114
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 11/285:55 pmIST - CPT
1 stop28h 35mKLM
Thu 12/1211:20 pmCPT - IST
1 stop16h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/3$1,196
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/217:00 pmIST - CPT
2 stops40h 30mOman Air
Wed 12/412:35 pmCPT - IST
2 stops28h 20mOman Air
Deal found 11/4$1,252
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/265:10 amIST - CPT
2 stops41h 20mAir France
Sat 11/3011:20 pmCPT - IST
2 stops27h 50mAir France
Deal found 11/4$1,354
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/217:35 amIST - CPT
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/46:45 pmCPT - IST
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,370

Find flights from Istanbul to Cape Town within your budget

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Istanbul

Mon 11/11

4:25 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$520

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 12/4

1:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$532

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Mon 1/27

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$544

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

1:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop21h 50m

$632

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Fri 3/14

1:50 am-11:40 am

1 stop34h 50m

$750

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Fri 12/6

5:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$843

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 12/10

6:50 am-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,664

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Tue 11/19

1:55 am-9:35 am

3 stops32h 40m

$2,896

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Sun 12/1

2:25 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/10

11:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$729

IstanbulCape Town

IST - CPT

ISTCPT

Istanbul

Mon 11/25

1:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/2

6:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$768

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 1, 2024.

Booking 89 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.

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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 $1,285). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 November 4, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% 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 November 4, 2024.

The most flights from IST to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 4, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,883 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Air France
7.4
Good
1,532 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

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 2 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $729, but on average you can expect to pay $1,009.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town is less than $939.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town for under $1,100?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

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

    Currently priced at $768, Qatar Airways will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $827 and $830, respectively. These flights start at 16% 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 $532 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $544 and Qatar Airways from $632 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $550. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $941 on average our data indicates $1,634 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town.

  • What does IST to CPT mean?

    This is defined as Istanbul Airport (IST) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Istanbul to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Istanbul to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Istanbul to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Istanbul to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Istanbul to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Istanbul Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • 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 $1,285). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$719Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$766Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$858Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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