How long is the TK46 flight?

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

What other flight numbers does TK46 have?

Also listed as THY46 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 46.

Can I get compensation if TK46 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.

TK46 Flight Status Turkish Airlines: Istanbul to Cape Town (THY46)

Turkish Airlines TK 46

En-Route, Arriving in 8h27'

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 1h 52m ago · lands in 8h 27m 18%

IST 13:24 CPT 22:44

1,526 km (948 mi) flown · 6,903 km (4,289 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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TK 46 Flight Status & Schedule Turkish Airlines 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 >

Turkish Airlines flight TK 46 links Istanbul and Cape Town, 8,428 km (5,237 mi) apart, and flies twice a week: Monday and Saturday. With 10 h 55 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 10 h 20 min, 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 TK 46

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.

TK 46 FAQ

How long is the TK46 flight?: The timetable allows 10 h 55 min. Istanbul to Cape Town is 8,428 km (5,237 mi).
How often is TK46 late?: None of the last 5 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does TK46 fly?: Twice a week: Monday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
What other flight numbers does TK46 have?: Also listed as THY46 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 46.
Can I get compensation if TK46 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.

TK46 and Istanbul IST to Cape Town CPT Flights

Flight TK46 is code-shared by 1 airline using the flight number SA2504

Other flights departing from Istanbul IST: TK754, QB2212

Other flights arriving at Cape Town CPT: KL597, FA103

All flights connecting Istanbul IST to Cape Town CPT.