IstanbulCape TownNonstop Flight TimeIST–CPT
Istanbul (Istanbul Airport) to Cape Town (Cape Town International Airport).
Direct flights from IST to CPT have an estimated flight time of about 11h 24m, based on the 5,238-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 1/day across 1 captured airline, with Turkish Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 01:45 to 01:45 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~11h 24m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 5,238 mi | Nonstop | 1/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Captured nonstop airlines for IST to CPT
Our current provider sample includes 1/day direct flights from IST to CPT across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 01:45
- Last departure
- 01:45
- Captured departures/day
- 1
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 1/day | Airbus A350 | 01:45 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
CPT to IST flights — 1/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for IST to CPT, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 7 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from IST to CPT?
The IST to CPT flight time is estimated at about 11h 24m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is IST from CPT?
IST to CPT is about 5,238 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from IST to CPT?
Yes. Captured schedules show 1/day from IST to CPT on Turkish Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
Which airlines fly from IST to CPT?
Our current provider sample for IST to CPT includes Turkish Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from IST to CPT?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for IST to CPT include Airbus A350.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights from SAW