฿18,165 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿18,165 for one-way flights and ฿24,465 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿24,465 Return, found 2 days ago
฿24,465
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, 10 Jun from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Wed, 17 Jun, priced at ฿24,465 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿25,740 Return, found 5 days ago
฿25,740
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 26 Feb from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Wed, 11 Mar, priced at ฿25,740 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿25,795 Return, found 2 days ago
฿25,795
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 10 Dec, priced at ฿25,795 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿25,880 Return, found 10 hours ago
฿25,880
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 5 Mar from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 12 Mar, priced at ฿25,880 found 10 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿25,920 Return, found 23 hours ago
฿25,920
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 22 Oct from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 19 Nov, priced at ฿25,920 found 23 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿26,990 Return, found 5 days ago
฿26,990
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 26 Feb from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Wed, 11 Mar, priced at ฿26,990 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿27,045 Return, found 2 days ago
฿27,045
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Thu, 10 Dec, priced at ฿27,045 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿27,420 Return, found 3 days ago
฿27,420
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 17 Mar from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Mon, 30 Mar, priced at ฿27,420 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 12 May
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿27,715 Return, found 3 days ago
฿27,715
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, 29 Apr from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Tue, 12 May, priced at ฿27,715 found 3 days ago
KLM
Wed, 27 May - Mon, 15 Jun
IST
Istanbul
CPT
Cape Town
฿28,210 Return, found 3 days ago
฿28,210
Return
found 3 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 27 May from Istanbul to Cape Town, returning Mon, 15 Jun, priced at ฿28,210 found 3 days ago

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 ฿32,955
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from ฿32,955

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

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿24,033 - ฿32,823 per traveller.
Flight from Istanbul to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Istanbul
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Return price
฿24,465
Distance
8379 km
Average flight time
10 hours 55 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 ฿24,465. 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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