How long is the SA2504 flight?

The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. Istanbul to Cape Town is 8,428 km (5,237 mi).

What other flight numbers does SA2504 have?

Also listed as SAA2504 (South African Airways' ICAO code) and SA 2504.

Can I get compensation if SA2504 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

SA2504 Flight Status South African Airways: Istanbul to Cape Town (SAA2504)

South African Airways SA 2504

En-Route, Arriving in 7h21'

IST Istanbul

Scheduled: 13:05
Actual: 13:24

Gate: F19

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time UTC+3

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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CPT Cape Town

Scheduled: 23:00
Estimated: 22:44
Delay

Gate: A4

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time UTC+2

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

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Departed 2h 58m ago · lands in 7h 21m 29%

IST 13:24 CPT 22:44

2,421 km (1,504 mi) flown · 6,007 km (3,733 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 8428 km / 5237 miles · Scheduled Duration: 10:55 · Typical Duration: 10:20

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SA 2504 Flight Status & Schedule South African Airways Istanbul to Cape Town

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	IST	CPT	13:24	22:44	En-Route	Track >
Nov 07	IST	CPT	13:24	22:39	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	IST	CPT	13:24	22:58	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	IST	CPT	13:18	22:31	Landed	Track >
Oct 27	IST	CPT	13:25	22:59	Landed	Track >
Oct 26	IST	CPT	13:16	22:38	Landed	Track >

South African Airways operates SA 2504 from Istanbul to Cape Town, a 8,428 km (5,237 mi) trip, twice a week (Monday and Saturday). The timetable allows 10 h 55 min, but the flight usually takes about 10 h 20 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 13:24, 19 minutes late, and is due in Cape Town at 22:44, 16 minutes early.

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About SA 2504

Route: Istanbul Airport IST to Cape Town International Airport CPT
Distance: 8,428 km (5,237 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 20 min
Flies: Mon, Sat
On time: 5 of the last 5

Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

SA 2504 FAQ

How long is the SA2504 flight?: The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. Istanbul to Cape Town is 8,428 km (5,237 mi).
How often is SA2504 late?: None of the last 5 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does SA2504 fly?: Twice a week: Monday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
What other flight numbers does SA2504 have?: Also listed as SAA2504 (South African Airways' ICAO code) and SA 2504.
Can I get compensation if SA2504 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

SA2504 and Istanbul IST to Cape Town CPT Flights

Flight SA2504 is a code-share South African Airways flight of the Turkish Airlines operated TK46.

Other flights departing from Istanbul IST: TK754, TK46, QB2212

Other flights arriving at Cape Town CPT: TK46, 4Z937, LH574

All flights connecting Istanbul IST to Cape Town CPT.