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Cheapest return flight
R15 359
Typical prices: R13 002-R15 568
Emirates
Tue 27/11Fri 16/3
CPT - ISB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 190
Typical prices: R6 803-R9 110
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/12
CPT - ISB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Islamabad. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 10% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R12 439 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 18h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Islamabad (CPT-ISB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Islamabad

Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Mar 16
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 1:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
9:00 - 18:00ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 359Emirates
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
34h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 14:10ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 826Ethiopian Air
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
34h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:35 - 14:10ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 924Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Mar 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
21h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 - 18:00ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 913Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
14h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
3:15 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 655Emirates
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
14h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
3:15 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 754Emirates
Sat, Feb 20 - Thu, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 4:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 - 14:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
55h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 089Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Thu, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 4:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 - 14:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
55h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 204Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Thu, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 4:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 - 14:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
55h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 270Turkish Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24
Qatar Airways Logo
9:00 - 7:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ISB Islamabad Intl
19h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
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3:20 - 22:50ISB  Islamabad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R27 125Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Islamabad flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Islamabad?

Return flights from Cape Town to Islamabad typically range from R13 002 to R15 568. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 359 on Emirates.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Islamabad?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Islamabad. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Islamabad?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Islamabad at R12 755 return.
•July (R16 842) and April (R15 375) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Islamabad the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Islamabad are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Islamabad flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Islamabad

When to book flights from Cape Town to Islamabad

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Islamabad based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Islamabad flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Islamabad:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Islamabad takes 00m, covering 15 117 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Islamabad flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Islamabad range from R13 002 to R15 568, with an average of R14 159 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 002 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Islamabad flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the R14 159 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Islamabad changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R15 359 to R27 405. That means the highest observed fare was about 78% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Islamabad looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Islamabad are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 089, which is 56% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    Flights from Cape Town to Islamabad usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Islamabad pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Islamabad most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 21% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Cape Town to Islamabad. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 431 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 375, a difference of R1 945.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Islamabad?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 41m, compared to 19h 53m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 31h 33m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Islamabad?

    Islamabad is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (Pakistan Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Islamabad flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 431, which is about R1 945 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Islamabad trip for December. Fares historically average R12 755 return in that month – typically R4 087 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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