Cheap air tickets from Cape Town to Istanbul

Compare Cape Town to Istanbul flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Istanbul

Book the best Istanbul fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Cape Town to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Cape Town to Istanbul

Cape Town to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Cape Town to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$481
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Istanbul is $672. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Cape Town to Istanbul.
As of October 2024, there are 15 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Istanbul is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 12 November 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes an average of 11 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which makes it 1 hour ahead of Cape Town.

  • Flights from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start from 01:40 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is the 17:15 option with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 10 weekly services between CPT and IST.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Turkish Airlines runs direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.

  • We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between CPT and IST include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

  • Remember, you may need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from CPT to IST, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Have an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CPT to IST, explore our accommodation options including:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another international airport for getting to and from Istanbul. It could be a cheaper or easier option depending on your plans, so it's worth looking into.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 50 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Istanbul.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is $481. The cheapest price for a return flight is $672. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CPT to IST, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from CPT to IST is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.