On this page, you can choose and buy flight tickets for the route from Hurghada to Istanbul. The 1588 km flight is operated regularly—there are about 25 flights per week, allowing you to find the best departure time.
The route is served by Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and AJet. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low price calendar and checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and transportation options from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Hurghada → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and AJet. Departures from Hurghada International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Hurghada — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 201 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 1,043 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Hurghada → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 667 | medium | May | AED 667 | medium | Sep | AED 692 | medium |
| Feb | AED 526 | low | Jun | AED 762 | high | Oct | AED 622 | medium |
| Mar | AED 551 | low | Jul | AED 832 | high | Nov | AED 551 | low |
| Apr | AED 642 | medium | Aug | AED 812 | high | Dec | AED 737 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Istanbul is August, with an average temperature of up to 28.8°C, while the rainiest and coldest month is January, when the daily high is around 9.6°C with frequent precipitation.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in February, starting AED 201. Prices peak in May, when fares start AED 1,042 for a one-way ticket, excluding additional services.
October is an ideal time for a trip: the weather remains comfortable (around 20°C), and the ticket price—AED 294—is significantly lower than the spring peaks. It is best to avoid the May holidays due to a sharp seasonal increase in flight costs.
Three main airlines operate on this route: the flagship carrier Turkish Airlines, along with budget airlines Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Direct flights are available daily, providing high frequency with about 25 flights per week. Detailed information on departure times, aircraft types, and baggage rules for each carrier can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights Hurghada — Istanbul depart from Hurghada International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1588 km. The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Regular flights from Egypt to Turkey are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet.
Flight prices change depending on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from Hurghada usually arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).
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