On this page, you can find and buy flights from Cape Town to Istanbul. The direct distance between the cities is 8,367 km, and regular air service is maintained with a frequency of about 5 flights per week.
The primary carrier on this route is Turkish Airlines. Below, you will find up-to-date information on how to get to Cape Town airport and how to get from Istanbul airport, as well as a low-fare calendar and price dynamics chart.
The table shows direct flights Cape Town → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 11 h. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Departures from Cape Town International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cape Town — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,565 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 2,143 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cape Town → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,794 | high | May | AED 2,608 | medium | Sep | AED 2,701 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,236 | low | Jun | AED 2,794 | high | Oct | AED 2,515 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,329 | low | Jul | AED 2,888 | high | Nov | AED 2,189 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,515 | medium | Aug | AED 2,841 | high | Dec | AED 2,934 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Istanbul is characterized by warm summers and moderately cool winters. August is the hottest month, with average maximum temperatures reaching 28.8°C, while January is considered the coldest and rainiest period.
The most affordable month to fly is November, with ticket prices starting AED 1,565. Prices peak in June, when the minimum fare starts AED 2,074.
As a compromise between weather conditions and ticket prices, it is worth considering October: during this time, temperatures remain comfortable at up to 20.2°C, and flights start AED 1,609. It is recommended to avoid traveling in January due to the high probability of precipitation.
Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul are provided by Turkish Airlines, which is the primary carrier on this route. Regular flights are operated approximately 5 times a week, ensuring a stable connection between South Africa and Turkey. A detailed schedule, including departure times and routing options, can be found in the list below.
Flights Cape Town — Istanbul depart from Cape Town International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 10 hours, covering a distance of 8,367 km between the cities.
The primary carrier offering regular flights on this route is Turkish Airlines (TK).
Yes, direct air service is available, with flights operating an average of 5 times per week.
Ticket prices change constantly. To find the current lowest price, we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price dynamics chart on this page.
Russian citizens enjoy a visa-free regime for tourist visits to Turkey for up to 60 days (not exceeding a total of 90 days within a 180-day period).
Most international flights from Cape Town arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
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