Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town one hour behind Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your SAW to CPT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAW and CPT:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, ج.م. 21,387 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 37,765. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAW to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SAW to CPT.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to the centre of Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SAW to CPT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're ready to explore another corner of South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among its highlights.
