€482 Cheap Flights Istanbul to Cape Town (IST-CPT)

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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Cape Town (IST-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €482 for one-way flights and €723 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 8 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€723 Return, found 5 days ago
€723
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at €723 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€731 Return, found 2 days ago
€731
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sat, 6 Dec, priced at €731 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sat, 8 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€734 Return, found 5 days ago
€734
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at €734 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 16 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€777 Return, found 1 day ago
€777
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 16 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Mon, 1 Dec, priced at €777 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Sat, 29 Nov - Thu, 25 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€793 Return, found 2 days ago
€793
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, 29 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 25 Dec, priced at €793 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€795 Return, found 6 days ago
€795
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 26 Mar from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 12 Apr, priced at €795 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€797 Return, found 6 days ago
€797
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 26 Mar from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 12 Apr, priced at €797 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 8 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€799 Return, found 5 days ago
€799
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at €799 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, 29 Nov - Sun, 14 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€815 Return, found 12 hours ago
€815
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, 29 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 14 Dec, priced at €815 found 12 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, 20 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€821 Return, found 1 day ago
€821
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Fri, 24 Oct, priced at €821 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €628 - €871 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Cape Town

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cape Town Intl. CPT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 16 minutes. Flights from €821
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from €821
Istanbul to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Istanbul
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Return price
€723
Distance
8379 km
Average flight time
11 hours 5 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from IST to CPT?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between IST and Cape Town Intl. Airport start from €723. Book now to secure the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from IST to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
This varies between air carriers, as each has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find easy instructions on how to cancel online.
Can I fly from IST to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from IST to Cape Town Intl. Airport please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from IST to CPT?
The distance is around 8,400 kilometres. Travel pillow? Check. Toothbrush? Double check. You'll need to pack all the essentials for this long-haul Arnavutkoy to Cape Town flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to CPT?
Direct flights aren't available, so you'll need to make at least one stop between Istanbul Airport and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
Are Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines release prices so far in advance.

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