Flights from Cape Town to Istanbul will get you to this Turkish city within approximately 10 hours and 50 minutes. Flights will depart from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and arrive at Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Popular airlines flying from Cape Town to Istanbul include Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines. There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Istanbul but connecting flights with one stop-over will get you to this mesmerising city.
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Essential details you need to know before your trip.
| Country | Turkey |
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| Currency | Turkish Lira |
| Exchange rate | 1 ZAR = 0.20 TRY |
| Language | English, Arabic |
| Hub airport | Istanbul Airport |
| Time difference | GMT +2 |
| Travel adaptor | Type F |
South African passport holders will need a visa to fly to Istanbul.
Istanbul Atatürk Airport is a 25-minute drive from the city centre of Istanbul, while Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is a 50-minute drive.
There are incredible attractions in Istanbul, including Topkapi, The Grand Bazaar and Hagia Sophia.
Compare the costs of everyday items in Cape Town and Istanbul
Average mealInexpensive restaurant |
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| Cape Town | R71 |
| Istanbul | R100 |
Local beer0,5L Draught |
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| Cape Town | R36 |
| Istanbul | R25 |
Pack of cigarettesMarlboro |
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| Cape Town | R43 |
| Istanbul | R38 |
Taxi 1kmNormal Tariff |
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| Cape Town | R7 |
| Istanbul | R10 |
CappucinoRegular |
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| Cape Town | R27 |
| Istanbul | R10 |
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