€490 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 €490 for one-way flights and €768 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Emirates
Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€768 Return, found 2 days ago
€768
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue, 21 Apr from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Tue, 28 Apr, priced at €768 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 11 Jun
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€785 Return, found 5 hours ago
€785
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 11 Jun, priced at €785 found 5 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 11 Jun
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€787 Return, found 5 hours ago
€787
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 11 Jun, priced at €787 found 5 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€793 Return, found 6 days ago
€793
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 23 Apr from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Wed, 29 Apr, priced at €793 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€812 Return, found 5 days ago
€812
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 1 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 22 Nov, priced at €812 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€814 Return, found 5 days ago
€814
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 1 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 22 Nov, priced at €814 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€817 Return, found 5 days ago
€817
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 4 Oct from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Sun, 18 Oct, priced at €817 found 5 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 24 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€878 Return, found 5 days ago
€878
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 24 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Fri, 18 Dec, priced at €878 found 5 days ago
KLM
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€911 Return, found 5 days ago
€911
Return
found 5 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, 26 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Wed, 9 Dec, priced at €911 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 11 Jun
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
€977 Return, found 5 hours ago
€977
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 11 Jun, priced at €977 found 5 hours ago

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 €768. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Istanbul
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Return price
€768
Distance
8379 km
Average flight time
11 hours 5 mins

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